Senior IT Systems Engineer (m/f/d) – Core Infrastructure Services

EMBL is looking for an enthusiastic Senior IT Systems Engineer – Core Infrastructure Services to join the IT Operations team!

The IT Services team operates and supports the IT infrastructure and services at EMBL headquarters in Heidelberg and the laboratory’s sites in Barcelona, Grenoble, Hamburg and Rome.

As part of the IT Operations team, you will be responsible for managing and developing several of the essential core services within EMBL’s large-scale, high-performance IT infrastructure.

Your role

Main responsibilities include:

• Design and administration of enterprise directory, identity and access management
• Design and administration of monitoring/alerting systems
• Management of corporate messaging (Email)
• (Co-) Management of the high-end data storage, backup and archiving infrastructure
• Coordination and oversight of development projects with the WebDev Team
• Technology evaluations; rapid prototyping
• Tracking and documenting support events and infrastructure development to ensure excellent service quality and end user satisfaction
• Continuous improvement of our IT infrastructure and support process based on the needs of EMBL users and stakeholders

• A degree in computer science or equivalent
• At least 5 years professional experience in managing (integration, automation and monitoring) a medium to large-sized heterogeneous IT environment
• Experience in using technologies such as NetApp (NFS/SMB), IBM TSM, MySQL, Cisco ESA, LDAP (OpenLDAP/FreeIPA/389 DS), Zabbix, FreeRADIUS, Ansible, VMware
• Familiarity with protocols like DNS, DHCP, SMTP, IMAP, SQL, AAI (LDAP, RADIUS, SSO)
• Solid experience in Linux system administration
• Advanced Perl/Python/Shell scripting skills
• Basic knowledge of networking and IT security
• A service-oriented attitude, good communication skills and excellent knowledge of English

You might also have

• German language skills

Do something meaningful

At EMBL you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL conducts world-class excellent biological research, provides advanced training for students and scientists, and provides state-of-the-art technologies for a wide range of scientific and experimental services.

Join a culture of innovation

This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential. We are located in Heidelberg, a scientific hub in Germany and home to several internationally renowned research facilities adjacent to its world-famous university. Heidelberg is also a popular tourist destination due to its romantic city scape, including the Heidelberg Castle, the beautiful Baroque old town, amongst others.

Enjoy lots of benefits

• Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, a comprehensive pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Certified training and continued development of your professional and personal skills
• Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family
• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year
• Relocation package including installation grant (if required)
• Campus life: subsidized canteen and cafeteria, on-site library, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities
• Family benefits: on-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave and monthly family and child allowances
• Benefits for non-German newcomers: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance

What else you need to know

• International applicants: We recruit internationally, and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions
• The working language of the institute is English
• Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought; therefore we welcome all individuals to apply
• Job location: This role is based in Heidelberg, Germany. You will be required to relocate if you are based elsewhere, and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you
• How to apply: To apply, please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system
• Discover more about working with EMBL IT Services at embl.org/itservices