IT System Administrator - Working Student (m/f/d)

SimScale is an engineering simulation platform that is revolutionizing the way engineers, designers, scientists, and architects design products. The SimScale platform is accessible completely via a web browser, with an easy-to-use interface which supports numerous simulation types including Structural Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics and Thermodynamics.

By harnessing the power of the cloud for simulation, SimScale eliminates the hurdles that accompany traditional simulation tools: high installation costs, licensing fees, deployment of high-performance computing hardware, mandatory updates and maintenance. Users always have the latest version of SimScale.

Your Opportunity

As an IT System Administrator – Intern or Working Student (m/f/d) at SimScale, your mission is to help maintain and improve both our office and product infrastructure. Your work will ensure that every team member has reliable, efficient, and user-friendly IT systems that make their job easier and more enjoyable. This includes tasks such as provisioning and managing personal computers (Linux, Windows, and macOS), setting up new workspaces, onboarding new team members, and maintaining our hardware inventory. You’ll also take an active role in educating users on IT best practices, including security and effective use of our internal systems. You bring a helpful, people-oriented, ownership mindset—you take responsibility for keeping infrastructure running smoothly, enabling users, keeping them happy, and continuously seeking ways to improve.

What we expect from you

• Recent graduate or currently enrolled in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience (especially in system infrastructure or security)
• Strong sense of ownership, responsibility, and user-centric mindset
• Hands-on experience with Linux and Windows system configuration and troubleshooting
• Solid skills in provisioning and managing Linux, Windows, and macOS environments
• Experience managing mobile devices (Android and iOS)
• Basic scripting or programming skills (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell)
• Fundamental understanding of networking (troubleshooting, maintenance)
• English proficiency at C1 level or higher
• Based in Munich and able to work from the office at least 3 days per week
• Availability to commit to a 6-month internship or a working student position

What you can expect from us

• Join a dedicated, supportive team with unlimited growth opportunities and leadership potential
• Make an impact quickly by sharing ideas and contributing to creative, goal-oriented projects
• Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from over 35 countries
• Enjoy flexible hours and the freedom to work remotely from anywhere in the world
• Access comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and wellness support
• Enjoy fresh office lunches or gift cards as a remote employee
• Stay active with subsidized gym memberships, sports meetups, and wellness programs
• Grow as a professional with online/offline learning, language courses, and tech talks
• Connect at team events, join support groups, and contribute to our ESG and DE&I initiatives
• Participate in fun team challenges and competitions for added excitement and team spirit

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at SimScale

At SimScale, we look beyond borders and hire great talent from all parts of the world. With our team consisting of people from various backgrounds, we truly embrace diversity and encourage everyone to be themselves. We are unified by curiosity, dedication and our team spirit! As an equal opportunity employer, we acknowledge that our employees have different aspirations and career goals, and therefore are committed to create a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. A copy of SimScale's full recruiting guideline can be made available on request. Kindly let us know how you would like to be addressed and whether you have specific requirements for the interview.