Technical Specialist

The task of Support services is to support the university's education and research. KTH's Support services are currently in an exciting phase where we are developing our working methods together. As an employee within Support services, you will contribute to KTH's mission to research, educate and create societal benefits, and at the same time, will get the opportunity for your own professional development.

SciLifeLab Data Centre

SciLifeLab is one of Sweden's largest research initiatives, with approximately 2,500 researchers spread across about 300 research groups. SciLifeLab operates at all of Sweden's major universities with the goal of making Sweden a world leader in life science.

The Data Centre's mission is to facilitate world-class research and improve research quality by offering significant IT services. The Data Centre contributes to open science and the reuse of research results, and participates at the highest international level in technology development and the shaping of best practices and standards for data-driven life science research.

Job Responsibilities

As a Systems Specialist, your role is to drive the technical coordination of SciLifeLab's IT infrastructure. This includes planning and implementing investments and working with the long-term management of IT infrastructure. You will be located at the SciLifeLab Data Centre, report to the Head of IT Systems and Infrastructure, and work in close collaboration with other KTH IT departments. While technical expertise is important, the key skill is the ability to collaborate with other skilled systems specialists from many different organizations. Your role also involves providing technical expertise to research groups and platform units within SciLifeLab and acting as a bridge between them and the IT functions.

What We Offer

• Employment at a leading technical university that creates knowledge and competence for a sustainable future.

• Engaged and ambitious colleagues in a creative, international, and dynamic environment.

• Read more about what it's like to work at KTH and our benefits.

Qualifications

Requirements

• A university degree at the master's level in computer science or an equivalent education, such as a Master of Science in Engineering.

• A minimum of 10 years of documented experience working in IT as a developer, systems specialist, architect, or similar role.

• Strong knowledge of container technology, such as Kubernetes and Docker.

• Strong development skills with knowledge of multiple languages.

• Good command of English, as it is required in daily work.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for a professional with a high level of service in both internal and external contacts. You have the ability to perform your tasks independently and are motivated by close collaboration with colleagues and managers at KTH. Therefore, we place great emphasis on your ability to work well with others. The work requires you to be meticulous, quality-conscious, and have strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Merits

• Documented experience with Linux and open source.
• Documented experience with networking and IT infrastructure.
• Documented experience with architecture and design work.
• Documented experience with IT security.
• Documented experience working with research infrastructure.
• Documented experience working with Storage & Compute and cloud services.
• Experience working with government agencies/universities, specifically with a focus on Life Science.

We will place great importance on personal attributes.

Union Representatives

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Application

You apply through KTH's recruitment system. As the applicant, you are primarily responsible for ensuring your application is complete when submitted. The application must be received by KTH no later than the application deadline at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

About the Employment

The employment is valid until further notice (permanent post) according to agreement.
The employment begins with a six-month probationary period.

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About KTH

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world. Our research and education covers a wide area including natural sciences and all branches of engineering, as well as architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy. Read more here