Offer summary

Qualifications:

University degree (master or higher) in computer science, mathematics, or natural sciences with HPC background., Experience in Linux server system administration, including security and hardening., Knowledge of compiled (e.g., C, C++) and scripted (e.g., Shell, Python) programming languages., Excellent communication skills in German and English, with ability to work independently and in teams..

Key responsibilities:

Maintain Linux operating systems across HPC clusters.

Operate Ethernet networks and related infrastructure.

Collaborate with vendors to troubleshoot and fix bugs.

Contribute to process improvements and team knowledge sharing.

Job description

Your Role and Responsibilities:

maintaining the operating system installation of varied Linux servers throughout multiple HPC clusters
operation of Ethernet networks
bug hunting and fixing, often in collaboration with vendor companies
certified, transparent processes

Basic Qualifications:

university degree (master or above) in computer science, mathematics, or natural sciences with a background in high-performance computing
knowledge and experience in the system administration of Linux servers including security considerations and hardening
knowledge about compiled programming languages (e.g. C, C++)
knowledge about scripted programming languages (e.g. Shell, Python)
ability to work in both modes, autonomously as well as in a team
excellent German and English in writing and speaking
You like to share experiences and put procedures to the test in order to improve them with the team.

Preferred Qualifications:

experience with Linux operating systems, and in particular with the distributions
1. Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL)
2. SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES)
3. debian
experience in the installation and operation of Linux clusters with cluster-management tools like confluent
experience with
1. Ethernet networks
2. High-Performance Interconnects
3. Parallel Filesystems

Conditions:

Area	HPC Server and Services (HPC)
Working time	full time (40 hrs) / part-time possible flexible working model with electronic time recording
Term of the contract	24 months, a further employment is intended
Remuneration	up to E 13, see Entgelttabelle TV-L
Annual leave / compensatory time off	30 days (24.12. + 31.12. additionally day off) Overtime is compensated by additional time off
Further trainings	Individual support for in-service training and further education
Mobile work	Although mobile working is possible in principle (up to 60% of work time), working in the office is preferred
Benefits	e.g. bus and subway (U6) on the doorstep, free parking, pension plan of the Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Länder (VBL), state-of-the-art work equipment

What can you find with us?

Are you looking for a multifaceted and intellectually stimulating position in a dynamic, cooperative and innovative work environment? Then LRZ is the place to be for you! Here at LRZ a collegial, appreciative work environment meets an international crowd of experts who work together to advance IT services for ground-breaking research. We offer flexible work schemes for an optimal work-life balance. Our staff values their creative leeway. As an institute of the Bavarian Academy of Science and Humanities we offer all the benefits of public service. And of course, no wishes remain unfulfilled at the LRZ in terms of technical equipment. We share experiences, constantly review and improve our processes, and are proud that our service-quality and data-security are regularly certified and rated highly. We actively promote diversity and welcome applications from talented individuals, regardless of cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, gender and sexual identity, physical abilities, religion and age. We give priority to applications from people with disabilities who are equally qualified (SGB IX).

Further information:

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application documents (including cover letter, CV and certificates) in a PDF file (other file types are not accepted) by latest 18.08.2025.

Subject: HPC (2025/28)

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Since 1962, Bavarian universities and research institutions have relied on the IT expertise of the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre of the Bavarian Academy of Sciences and Humanities. When it comes to the digital transformation of science, we are traditionally ahead of the game.

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