Senior Systems Engineer Linux

About the role

The IT Infrastructure team at JACOB Elektronik GmbH is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to manage and evolve their Linux-based IT infrastructure. You will be responsible for system architecture, optimizing complex environments, and integrating modern container and orchestration solutions. The role involves close collaboration with development teams to drive the quality and future-readiness of the company's IT landscape.

Responsibilities

• Build and develop a sustainable target architecture and implement technical solutions.
• Operate, administer, and maintain the infrastructure, including providing support and consulting for development teams.
• Conduct evaluations and proof of concepts, integrating new systems and technologies into the existing environment.
• Create and review concepts, decision papers, and documentation.
• Continuously improve infrastructure quality and drive technical development.
• Plan technical tasks and communicate progress transparently.

Required skills

• Linux
• Systems Engineering
• Network
• Debian
• Git
• SaltStack
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Infrastructure as Code
• MariaDB
• Apache
• nftables

Nice to have

• Terraform
• Nutanix
• Proxmox
• Incus
• PostgreSQL
• Elasticsearch
• OpenSearch
• RabbitMQ
• Icinga
• Prometheus

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Linux server and services
• Valid driver's license class B

Benefits

• Employee discount
• JobRad
• Company pension scheme
• Workplace glasses
• Ticket-Restaurant
• Free beverages
• Modern IT equipment
• Professional development

About the Company

Founded in 1990, JACOB Elektronik GmbH has evolved from a regional retail store in Karlsruhe into a significant IT service provider in Germany. With over 300 employees, the company operates one of the largest online shops in Germany and provides comprehensive IT solutions.