ICT-System-Engineer — Universität Zürich
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education.
Put your talent and skills to work with us.
- The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields.
- With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education.
- Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
- Find out more: https://www.uzh.ch/de/explore/work.html.
What the company offers
- Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers.
- Find out more: https://www.uzh.ch/de/explore/work.html.
Application process
- Partnering with research groups on scientific IT topics such as cloud-based infrastructure, AI-assisted research workflows, and, potentially, support for computational chemistry applications
- Beyond day-to-day 1st- and 2nd-level support, we see real potential for this role to grow: for a motivated person with the right technical curiosity, there is scope to streamline routine support through smarter workflows, and to become a bridge between IT and research, from cloud infrastructure to exploring how AI tools can support daily scientific work and the department's broader digital chemistry ambitions. Anforderungen:
- Education in computer science (at least at the level of an EFZ computer science apprenticeship, specializing in platform development) A degree in computer science from a vocational college is an asset
- Several years of experience as a systems engineer is desired
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Apple macOS, and Linux systems (client and server)
- The ability, interest, and commitment to familiarize yourself with the specific needs of individual research groups and users
- Enjoyment of direct contact with users, as well as a strong customer and service orientation A structured, solution-oriented, and independent work ethic A responsible, communicative, and team-oriented person
- Excellent written and spoken English skills (at least C1), German is a big plus
Additional details
- Find out more about UZH as an employer!
- Beyond day-to-day 1st- and 2nd-level support, we see real potential for this role to grow: for a motivated person with the right technical curiosity, there is scope to streamline routine support through smarter workflows, and to become a bridge between IT and research, from cloud infrastructure to exploring how AI tools can support daily scientific work and the department's broader digital chemistry ambitions.
- Education in computer science (at least at the level of an EFZ computer science apprenticeship, specializing in platform development) A degree in computer science from a vocational college is an asset
- Enjoyment of direct contact with users, as well as a strong customer and service orientation A structured, solution-oriented, and independent work ethic A responsible, communicative, and team-oriented person
Notes and original content
- Anforderungen:
- Education in computer science (at least at the level of an EFZ computer science apprenticeship, specializing in platform development)
- A degree in computer science from a vocational college is an asset
- Enjoyment of direct contact with users, as well as a strong customer and service orientation
- A structured, solution-oriented, and independent work ethic
- A responsible, communicative, and team-oriented person
- Wir bieten:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Universität Zürich offer for this role?
Universität Zürich lists CHF 79'000 - 134'500 gross per year for this position in Zürich. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Universität Zürich offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Universität Zürich during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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