System Administrator (m/f/d)

As from now | Full-time (40h) | Hybrid working model | in Garching (near Munich)

We are looking for an experienced and proactive System Administrator to oversee IT services for a renowned international research organization based in Garching near Munich. In this key role, you will ensure excellent service delivery, foster stakeholder satisfaction, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic and international environment. If you're ready to make an impact and contribute to world-class scientific research through outstanding IT services— then join our team!

Candidate profile

• Education: Completed university degree in computer science or a comparable field of study; at least 3 years of experience as a System Administrator or in a similar role within the IT services industry.
• Know- how: solid professional knowledge of operating systems: Windows, Linux (Red Hat, Ubuntu, CentOS) and virtualization technologies: VMware, Hyper-V; Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell and Bash; Experience with automated configuration management tools: Ansible, Puppet.
• The following certifications are a plus: ITIL Foundation, VMware Certified Professional - Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA).
• Working style: Hands-on mentality, analytical, structured and solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of responsibility.
• Languages: Business fluent English(min. C1) and very good German skills (min. B2).

Your responsibilities

• Installation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux servers (physical, virtual).
• DNS, NAS, SAN Infrastructure maintenance and administration.
• Maintain and administer web application servers and services (Apache, Nginx, Tomcat).
• Maintain and administer the VMware infrastructure and monitoring application (Icinga, Grafana and Prometheus, etc.).
• Managing backup and recovery processes across all servers.
• Managing user and system accounts.
• Monitoring of system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and optimising performance.
• Diagnosing and repairing faults, removing errors in systems.
• Root cause analysis and incident management for “Server and Infrastructure” related incidents.
• Participate in 2nd + 3rd line support teams for “Server and Infrastructure” related activities.
• Creating scripts and automating repetitive processes.
• Executing routine tasks and controlling activities.
• Identifying and applying security patches and bug fixes.
• Reacting to alarms and cybersecurity incidents.

For you

• Achieve more! – Take on a key role in an international client environment and grow independently in a collaborative IT organisation within a dynamic growth company.
• Pure variety! – Exciting working environment in a creative and highly motivated team with chal-lenging tasks.
• Teamwork! – Cooperation with experienced specialists.
• Workplace with charme! – Modern workplace with high-performance IT hardware - no open-plan office.
• Work-life balance! – Flexible working hours, hybrid working model and 30 vacation days in Germany as well as special leave.
• What else? – Attractive employee discounts in various stores on site or online.
• The best for last: – Friendly and open-minded colleagues and a pleasant working atmosphere

Have we sparked your interest?

Then we look forward to receiving your application, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations