Senior IT Administrator / Senior System Engineer (m/w/d) 80-100%

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AutoForm offers software solutions for sheet metal forming and BiW assembly process. With over 500 employees dedicated to this field, AutoForm is recognized as the leading provider of software for product manufacturability, tool and material cost calculation, die face design and virtual stamping as well as BiW assembly process optimization. All of the Top 20 automotive OEMs and most of their suppliers have selected AutoForm as their software of choice. Besides its headquarters in Switzerland, AutoForm has offices in Germany, The Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Czech Republic, Sweden, USA, Mexico, Brazil, India, China, Japan and Korea.

For our office in Switzerland (Zurich) or Germany (Dortmund) we are looking for a

The team consists of 11 international colleagues, who are responsible for the 120 employees in Switzerland, the 150 employees in Germany as well as the 230 employees in our 23 international offices.

As Senior IT Administrator you will oversee the company’s IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless system performance and security. The role involves managing operating systems and providing technical support to employees. You will lead IT projects, enhance cybersecurity measures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align IT operations with business objectives. This position is ideal for a proactive professional with a passion for technology and problem-solving.

Your key responsibilities:

• IT Infrastructure Management

Design, implement and maintain the company’s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks and cloud environments

Monitor and optimize system performance and reliability

• System Administration

Manage and maintain operating systems, software and hardware

Oversee the installation, configuration and troubleshooting of IT equipment

• Security and Compliance

Implement and monitor cybersecurity measures to safeguard data and systems

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and company policies

• User Support

Provide technical support to employees and resolve IT issues in a timely manner

Conduct training sessions to improve employee technical skills and awareness

• Project Management

Lead IT projects, including upgrades, migrations and system integrations

Your profile:

• Computer scientist with a federal certificate, bachelor’s or master’s degree in information technology, engineering or a related field
• Passion for computer and network hardware components
• In-depth know-how and practical experience with Microsoft client and server products
• Experienced in network (TCP/IP, Firewall, DNS)
• Strong knowledge of operating systems
• Background in server maintenance
• Very good German and English skills (oral and written)

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Team player with good communications skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Leadership skills and a proactive approach to team collaboration

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A dynamic, collaborative and global working environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Excellent balance between your working life and your private life through flexible home office and flexible working hours      
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and resources (inhouse Clouds, GenAI servers, external Clouds)
• Being part of a world-leading, high-end CAE software company

Start of work is as soon as possible. Please note that we only consider applicants that have the legal right to work in the respective location. We will only consider direct applications. Please send your CV and attachments with the reference25/14/bei per e-mail to Michelle Schuler, Human Resources Zurich. We are looking forward to receiving your application.