Linux System Administrator (f/m/x) - #2123242

We are Helmholtz Munich. In a rapidly changing world we discover breakthrough solutions for better health.

Our research is focused within the areas of metabolic health/diabetes, environmental health, molecular targets and therapies, cell programming and repair, bioengineering, and computational health. Through this research, we build the foundations for medical innovation. Together with our partners, we seek to accelerate the transfer of our research, so that laboratory ideas can reach society and improve people’s quality of life at the fastest rate possible.

Join us and use your talents and passion as we work together to drive forward scientific progress.

The Digital Transformation and IT Department (DigIT) supports the renowned researchers and administrative departments of Helmholtz Munich in a vibrant international environment with all aspects of a modern, forward-looking IT and office infrastructure and acts as a central driver of digital transformation. In collaboration with highly dynamic and innovative research teams, we provide a range of services and applications, from standard workstations to artificial intelligence and deep learning. The digital transformation is a strategic guiding principle for the development of the center, and we promote agile and digital skills throughout the center.

Prof. Matthias Tschöp (Dr. Med., Dr. hc.), CEO of Helmholtz Munich:

"We believe that excellent research requires a range of different perspectives. Diverse teams reach better solutions and are more innovative in their research topics.

Establishing our Diversity Management Strategy demonstrates our commitment to ensuring an appreciative company culture based on mutual respect. We are also implementing diversity-sensitive processes throughout our whole organization."

Your tasks

• Install, administer, and troubleshoot Linux servers and applications on them
• Work on the design, development and operation of GPU and compute cluster systems together with an interactive team
• Serve as the first point of contact for users for help or problem analysis and resolution
• Work with platform developers in porting projects to the HPC system
  
  

You will work in a vibrant IT department in close contact with the scientists of a world leading research center.

Your profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree (or equivalent) in computer science, mathematics or a related technical subject from a university with internationally recognized quality standards; alternatively, a completed vocational training in the profession of German IT specialist ("Fachinformatiker:in") with comprehensive knowledge and relevant further training
• At least 3 years of professional experience
• Good knowledge of the Linux operating system
• Good working knowledge of shell and script languages (e.g., bash, Python)
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Structured and systematic working style with a strong focus on customer needs as well as the ability to work in teams
  
  

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of German
• Special knowledge in one of these areas is a plus:
• HPC (e.g., Workload Scheduler, CUDA, Infiniband)
• Storage (e.g., Block, NAS, Object, Parallel)
• Cloud (e.g., Container, OpenStack, OpenShift, AWS, GCP, Azure)
  

Benefits

• Work-Life-Balance: Flexible working hours and flexi-time models
• Personal Development: Continuous education and training
• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
• Family Support: child care, holiday care, care for the elderly
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives
• Retirement Provision: Company pension plan