Computing Fellowship: System Administrator
European Organization for Nuclear Research - CERN-
Job Type
Full Time -
Experience
0-2 year -
Salary
CHf70,000 - CHf170,000 / Year -
Location
Geneva, Switzerland -
Job Function
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Industry
Information Technology -
Qualification
Key Skills
Python Programming, MySQL, Linux Operating system, Bash scripting, CentOS operating system, Red Hat Enterprise Linux - RHEL, LDAP clusters, User support and Troubleshooting, Computer security
Job Description
The ATLAS Trigger and Data-Acquisition System Administration team manages the ATLAS online computing infrastructure. This is a mission-critical quasi-realtime heterogeneous computing system composed by roughly four thousand interconnected computers, distributed across an underground cavern and a surface data centre. The system accounts approximately four thousands users. The System Administration team is responsible for all aspects associated with such a large computing infrastructure, including: hardware upkeep and refurbishment; operating system deployment and tuning; operational monitoring; computer security. In addition we guarantee the correct functioning of the core computing infrastructure, consisting of name and time servers, DHCP relays, web servers, MySQL and LDAP clusters, gateways, storage and virtualisation systems. The selected candidate will be fully integrated in the team, collaborating with the existing experts. You will share all team duties, from the day to day system operation to user support and troubleshooting, including stand-by on-call tasks. In due time you will also take responsibility for specific projects, for example the improvement of the monitoring and management tools or the review of the web application deployment mechanisms. Qualifications Eligibility criteria You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State; You have a Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Engineering or other related field; You have no more than 4 years’ experience after completing your highest diploma. Essential skills and experience Experience with the administration of Linux operating system; Experience with Bash and Python scripting languages; Exposure to computer hardware maintenance and troubleshooting; Working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural team. Desired skills and experience Knowledge of computer deployment systems like Puppet; Experience with RHEL or CentOS operating systems; Experience with computer security measures; Experience with user support and troubleshooting. Please note that CERN Staff members are not eligible to apply for a Fellowship. Additional Information CERN would very much like to benefit from your expertise, commitment and passion. In return, CERN will provide you with: An employment contract for between 6 months (minimum) up to 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months. A stipend ranging from 5,321 to 6,606 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax). Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. Depending on your individual circumstances: an installation grant, family, child and infant allowances as well as travel expenses to and from Geneva. 2.5 days of paid leave per month. How to Apply: You will need the following documents to complete your application: A CV A scanned PDF of your most recent relevant qualification Optionally, we recommend that you add two recent letters of recommendation, giving an overview of your academic and/or professional achievements. You can upload these letters at the time of application if you have them to hand. You will also be provided with a link as soon as you have submitted your application to forward to your referees to upload their letters confidentially. Please note this must be done before the closing date. All applications should reach us no later than 19 July 2022.
Company Info.
European Organization for Nuclear Research - CERNThe European Organization for Nuclear Research, known as CERN, is a European research organization that operates the largest particle physics laboratory in the world. Established in 1954, the organization is based in a northwest suburb of Geneva on the Franco–Swiss border and has 23 member states.
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IndustryInformation Technology
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No. of Employees2,500
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LocationMeyrin, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland
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Website
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