Senior System Administrator – Internal IT (m/w/d)

<h3><strong>Help us accelerate scientific collaboration.</strong></h3> <p>The web was created to help scientists collaborate and share knowledge. Today, we're carrying that mission forward by building technology that makes research more connected, more efficient, and more impactful.</p> <p>Behind every great product is a great internal IT organization. To keep our teams productive, secure, and focused on what matters most, we rely on a modern, high-performing IT environment. We're looking for an experienced, hands-on IT professional with strong technical expertise, a pragmatic approach, and a passion for continuously improving infrastructure, automation, and the employee experience.</p> <h3><strong>The Role</strong></h3> <p>As our <strong>Senior System Administrator</strong>, you will play a key role in operating, maintaining, and continuously improving our internal IT environment. This is a full-time, on-site role based in our Berlin office at Chausseestraße, where you'll provide hands-on support, manage our workplace infrastructure, and ensure our systems remain secure, scalable, and reliable.&nbsp;</p> <p>This is a role for someone who enjoys thinking strategically while remaining deeply involved in day-to-day operations. From end-user support and endpoint management to networking, infrastructure, automation, and security, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across our entire IT landscape.</p> <p>You'll be the go-to technical contact for internal IT, help establish and improve processes, drive continuous improvements, and step in wherever your expertise is needed.</p><br><strong>What You’ll Do</strong><br> <li> <p>Operativer Betrieb und kontinuierliche Weiterentwicklung unserer internen IT-Infrastruktur und Services</p> </li> <li> <p>Operate, maintain, and continuously improve our internal IT infrastructure and services</p> </li> <li> <p>Provide high-quality IT support to employees (hardware, software, account administration, access management, and workplace support)</p> </li> <li> <p>Manage Windows and macOS endpoints, from provisioning and configuration to ongoing maintenance</p> </li> <li> <p>Administer user accounts, permissions, and identity and access management (IAM)</p> </li> <li> <p>Maintain and further develop our network infrastructure</p> </li> <li> <p>Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and infrastructure issues</p> </li> <li> <p>Automate recurring administrative tasks and operational workflows</p> </li> <li> <p>Strengthen our security posture by implementing and improving technical security controls and best practices</p> </li> <li> <p>Coordinate with external vendors, service providers, and technology partners</p> </li> <li> <p>Evaluate, introduce, and leverage modern technologies, including AI-powered tools that improve automation, operational efficiency, and employee productivity</p> </li> <br><strong>What We're Looking For</strong><br><div> <li> <p>Several years of hands-on experience in systems administration, internal IT, or IT infrastructure</p> </li> <li> <p>Strong expertise in administering both Windows and macOS environments</p> </li> <li> <p>Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (e.g. DNS, TCP/IP, HTTP) and IT security best practices&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM)</p> </li> <li> <p>Experience with endpoint management and end-user IT support</p> </li> <li> <p>Interest in modern AI-powered tools for IT operations, automation, and productivity</p> </li> <li> <p>A pragmatic, hands-on, and solution-oriented approach to problem solving&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>A strong service mindset with excellent communication skills</p> </li> <li> <p>Professional proficiency in English</p> </li> <li> <p>German language skills are a plus</p> </li> </div><h3><strong>Our Tech Stack</strong></h3> <p>You'll work with technologies including:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Google Workspace and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)</p> </li> <li> <p>Atlassian (Jira and Confluence) and Slack</p> </li> <li> <p>Cisco Meraki and Ubiquiti UniFi</p> </li> <li> <p>Windows and macOS</p> </li> <li> <p>ManageEngine for endpoint and device management</p> </li> <li> <p>Modern AI tools that enhance productivity and automate IT operations</p> </li> </ul> <h3><strong>What We Offer</strong></h3> <ul> <li> <p>A high-impact role with significant ownership and autonomy</p> </li> <li> <p>The opportunity to shape and influence our internal IT strategy and technology landscape</p> </li> <li> <p>Broad technical exposure across infrastructure, networking, security, cloud services, and end-user computing</p> </li> <li> <p>Close collaboration with talented, cross-functional teams in a technology-driven organization</p> </li> <li> <p>Fast decision-making, minimal bureaucracy, and a pragmatic, execution-focused culture</p> </li> <li> <p>A modern on-site workplace in the heart of Berlin</p> </li> </ul><p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.com/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in Germany</a> on Arbeitnow</a>