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September 28, 2026

Linux Systems Administrator (Central Services)

Mid • On-site

35,000 - 60,000 EUR/yr

Martinsried, Germany

Quick Facts

  • Role: IT Systems Administrator for Linux and central services

  • Focus: Data center operations, central IT services, cross-system projects

Description

You will administer Linux-based central services and deliver system-wide IT projects in a modern, international research environment. The role includes automation via scripting, administration of directory and database services, and operation of core network and authentication services. You will also build and support integrations with MS Windows/macOS and cluster services.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement cross-system IT projects

  • Develop and maintain the IT infrastructure across multiple areas

  • Automate tasks using Shell scripts (and/or other programming languages)

  • Administer Linux servers for central services

  • Administer and develop LDAP directory services and MySQL databases

  • Manage network services: DNS, DHCP, RADIUS

  • Support and maintain SSO authentication with Shibboleth

  • Maintain the CheckMK monitoring system

  • Set up and support interfaces to MS Windows and macOS

  • Set up and operate cluster services

  • Support colleagues with cross-department installations and troubleshooting

Requirements

  • University degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent IT qualification

  • Ideally prior work experience with some of the listed task areas

  • High sense of responsibility; systematic, structured, and goal-oriented working style

  • High initiative, engagement, and service-oriented behavior

  • Willingness to collaborate across teams and departments

  • Very good German and English skills

Benefits

  • Comprehensive training and further education program

  • Social benefits according to public service regulations

  • Salary according to TVöD Bund

  • Fixed-term role for two years, with the goal of extension

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