Junior Linux System Administrator & IT Support (m/f/d)

About the job

Junior Linux System Administrator & IT Support (m/f/d)

The Department of Architecture at ETH Zurich is looking to strengthen its IT Services group with a committed individual passionate about Linux systems and modern IT infrastructures. In a versatile and innovative environment, you will take on responsibility early, actively participate in projects, and continuously develop your professional skills.

Our seven-member team manages a powerful IT infrastructure tailored to the needs of professorships and research groups. Together with the department members, we actively shape the digital future and continuously develop our systems and services using modern technologies.

Job Description

Are Linux and IT your passion? Then become part of our team! With us, you have the opportunity to actively shape our heterogeneous and hybrid infrastructure, introduce new technologies, and implement exciting IT projects.

• We take care of the administration of macOS, Windows, and Linux clients for the department (JAMF, Baramundi).
• We maintain and develop the department's server landscape (Linux, Windows) with services such as web, virtualisation, databases, AI solutions, storage, Nextcloud, and backup systems.
• With our helpdesk, we support and advise our researchers, staff, and students on IT matters.
• We develop tools, interfaces, and web applications as needed.
• Collaboration with department groups and/or researchers or with ETH's central IT on projects.

Your role includes supporting our Senior Linux Administrator with a focus on operating, further developing, and maintaining the server landscape as well as automating and digitising processes. Thanks to your enthusiasm for IT technologies, you think holistically, contribute new ideas, and develop sustainable and practical solutions beyond your own area of responsibility.

Profile

• Completed IT training (EFZ) or a comparable qualification.
• Solid knowledge in Linux system administration and experience with scripting languages such as Bash.
• Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (Proxmox, Docker) as well as storage solutions (Ceph, S3) and backup systems.
• Experience in developing and operating web applications.
• Knowledge of network administration.
• Practical experience in designing, implementing, and further developing IT solutions.
• Structured, independent, and careful working style with a high awareness of quality.
• Team-oriented personality with enjoyment in exchanging ideas in an international environment.
• Commitment to training and support in mentoring apprentices (IT).
• Willingness to continuously educate yourself and explore new technologies.
• Very good German skills in spoken and written form as well as good English skills.

We Offer

• Your job with impact: Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.
• Depending on your workload, you benefit from the possibility to work up to two days per week from home.
• You can look forward to numerous benefits , such as public transport subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports offered by the ASVZ , childcare , as well as attractive pension schemes .

Working, Teaching and Researching at ETH Zurich

Diversity and Sustainability are Important to Us

In line with our values , ETH Zurich supports an inclusive culture. We promote equal opportunities, value diversity, and foster a working and learning environment where the rights and dignity of all employees and students are respected. On our Equal Opportunity and Diversity website , you can learn how we ensure a fair and open environment where everyone can develop and thrive. Sustainability is a core value for us – we are consistently working towards a climate-neutral future.

Curious? So Are We.

We look forward to receiving your online application with the following documents:

• Motivation letter
• Work certificates
• Additional proof of competencies

Further information about the IT Service Group can be found on our website . For enquiries, please contact Mr Serge Bilgeri, email: bilgeri@arch.ethz.ch (no application documents), who will be happy to assist you.

Please apply exclusively via the online application portal. Applications by email or post will not be considered.

We would like to point out that the pre-selection is carried out by the responsible recruiters and not by artificial intelligence.

The ETH Zurich terms and conditions apply to personnel recruitment agencies.

About ETH Zurich

ETH Zurich is one of the best technical and natural science universities in the world. We are known for our excellent teaching, pioneering fundamental research, and the direct transfer of new knowledge into society. More than 30,000 people from over 120 countries find an environment here that encourages independent thinking and a climate that inspires top performance. Located in the heart of Europe and connected worldwide, we jointly develop solutions for the global challenges of today and tomorrow.