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System Administrator

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  • Level
    Experienced
  • Job Field
    IT, Network, System
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Salary
    49.300 to 57.200€ gross/year
  • Location
    Karlsruhe, Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will lead the IT infrastructure, analyze needs, provide tailored IT services, optimize the database infrastructure, and be responsible for IT security.

    Job Technologies

    Your role in the team

    • Your responsibilities include:
    • Management, maintenance, and further development of the entire IT infrastructure at IMKAAF, including strategic planning and resource allocation.
    • Independent needs analysis, cross-departmental consulting, and tailored provision of IT services for the entire institute.
    • Supervision, maintenance, and optimization of the database infrastructure for research data.
    • Design, implementation, and continuous development of a backup/recovery management system.
    • Responsibility for all IT security and data protection.
    • Development and management of information and training programs on IT security and current IT threats for all IMKAAF employees.
    • Optional: Support for the institute in scientific programming and software development.

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • Completed vocational training as an IT specialist (w/m/d) or an equivalent, verifiably recognized qualification.

    Qualifications

    • You possess:
    • Proficient handling of Linux-based server systems (especially Debian).
    • Ideally, expertise in one or more programming languages (JavaScript/TypeScript, PHP, Python, LabVIEW).
    • Fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.
    • High level of initiative, strong willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.

    Experience

    • Several years of proven experience in IT support, IT administration, or network administration.
    • Solid knowledge of network technologies (TCP/IP, DNS, VLAN) as well as experience with network design and optimization.
    • Extensive experience with SQL and NoSQL databases, including database architecture, migration, and performance optimization.

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    What we offer

    • The "KIT-Family +" program supports you in balancing family and work through childcare, holiday programs, a parent-child office, and assistance with caring for relatives.
    • Utilize flexible working hours, remote work, and 30 days of vacation for an optimal work-life balance.
    • Under the motto "Fit in the KIT - with body, mind, and soul," we promote your health through sports courses, mental health programs, and regular preventive check-ups.
    • Benefit from company pension schemes (VBL), a monthly subsidy of 25 euros for the Jobticket BW, and a variety of offers related to culture and leisure.
    • We support you with structured onboarding, diverse training opportunities, and personalized development. This strengthens your personal growth.
    • Your work creates the foundation for cutting-edge research – and helps ensure that science makes an impact on society and the future.

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    Benefits

    Work-Life-Integration

    Food & Drink

    Health, Fitness & Fun

    Higher Take-Home Pay

    Topics You Will Work On

    Job Locations

    • Location Karlsruhe

      Baden-Württemberg

      Germany

    • Location Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen

      76344 Baden-Württemberg

      Germany

    About Your Employer

    Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

    Karlsruher Institut für Technologie

    The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), founded in 2009, is a state-funded research university in Germany, known for its contributions in energy, mobility, and information across various disciplines.

    Description

  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Full Remote, Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Education System
  • Salary
    49.300 to 57.200€ gross/yearEstimated net salary based on the gross salary in the job ad using tax class I.31.963 to 36.121 € net/year · Tax class I
    Location
    Karlsruhe, Eggenstein-Leopoldshafen
    Working Model
    Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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