Junior-Systemadministrator Linux & IT-Support (m/w/d) — ETH Zürich

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

80%-100%, Zurich, permanent

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The Department of Architecture at ETH Zurich is looking for a committed personality with enthusiasm for Linux systems and modern IT infrastructures to strengthen its IT Services Group. In a versatile and innovative environment, you take on responsibility at an early stage, actively participate in projects and continuously develop your professional skills.

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

Job description

Linux and IT are 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, virtualization, databases, AI solutions, storage, nextcloud and backup systems.
  • With our helpdesk, we support and advise our researchers, employees and students on IT issues.
  • If necessary, we develop tools, interfaces and web applications.
  • Collaboration with departments of groups and/or researchers or with the central computer science of the ETH in projects.

Her work includes supporting our senior Linux administrator with a focus on the operation, development and maintenance of the server landscape as well as the automation and digitalization of processes. Thanks to your enthusiasm for IT technologies, you think in a networked way, bring in new ideas and develop sustainable and practical solutions beyond your own area of responsibility.

Profile

  • Completed computer science training (EFZ) or equivalent qualification.
  • In-depth knowledge of Linux system administration as well as experience with scripting languages such as Bash.
  • Knowledge of virtualization technologies (Proxmox, Docker) as well as storage solutions (Ceph, S3) and backup systems.
  • Knowledge in the development and operation of web applications.
  • Knowledge of network administration.
  • Practical experience in the conception, implementation and further development of IT solutions.
  • Structured, independent and careful working method with high quality awareness.
  • Team-oriented personality with pleasure in the exchange in an international environment.
  • Commitment to training and support for the care of learners (Informatics).
  • Willingness to continuously train and develop new technologies.
  • Very good knowledge of German in word and writing as well as good knowledge of English.

Place of work

We offer

  • Become part of ETH Zurich, which not only supports your professional development, but also actively contributes to positive changes in society.
  • Depending on the workload, you benefit from the opportunity to work one to two days a week in the home office.
  • You can expect numerous perks, such as ÖV subscriptions and car sharing, a wide range of sports from the ASVZ, child care and attractive pension services.

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Job details

  • Company: ETH Zürich
  • Position: Junior-Systemadministrator Linux & IT-Support (m/w/d)
  • Location: Zürich, Zürich
  • Salary: CHF 71'000 - 120'500 (source unverified)
  • Sector: Università / Ricerca
  • Posted on: 2026-08-24
  • Expired on: 2026-09-30

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