Enlightening Science
European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany.
It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in
physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse
scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide
range of experimental techniques.
For our IT&Data Management group we are looking for an
IT System Engineer - Kubernetes and Storage Infrastructure (f/m/d)
The Position
- Understand and refine infrastructure needs to ensure Kubernetes environments are purpose-built
- Configure, monitor, and maintain on-premises Kubernetes clusters to ensure high availability and performance
- Administer and troubleshoot back-end storage systems, including block, object, and file storage solutions
- Collaborate with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to deploy, scale, and manage containerized applications effectively.
- Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of systems, processes, and best practices
- Participate in the facility operational support to ensure the ongoing stability and reliability of our infrastructure
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Information Technology or equivalent by experience
- Strong hands-on knowledge of Linux (RedHat, Ubuntu) – from networking to security and system-level troubleshooting
- Solid experience with Kubernetes and Docker
- Understanding of web technologies – Proxies, APIs, JWT, SSL, etc
- Knowledge of storage technologies and how they integrate with Kubernetes
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and modern deployment practices
- Good communication skills in English
Reference Number
E-388
Duration
This position is limited to 3 years.
Our offer
Become part of a vibrant international and multi-cultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:
- family friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
- flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
- 30 days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
- extensive relocation benefits
- generous company pension scheme (6,45% of monthly salary)
- monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
- partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
- extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
- Easy and free access to a mental health platform to support your wellbeing
Application
Please provide your CV and a motivation letter in English as well as any reference letters.
The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we
promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given
preference over other equally qualified applicants. 
Application Deadline:
08/07/2025 