Focused Energy is a fusion energy startup dedicated to generating unlimited clean energy to responsibly meet future global demand. The founders include renowned scientists and experienced entrepreneurs. Our technology leverages laser-induced inertial fusion, aiming to provide a secure and scalable energy future.
What you'll do:
- Hybrid Work: Maintain a regular onsite presence (35 days/week) at our Darmstadt office, with flexibility based on evolving needs.
- IT Projects & Process Improvement: Lead or support initiatives like tool rollouts, system upgrades, security audits, and automation to enhance IT efficiency and user experience.
- Systems Engineering: Design, deploy, and manage a hybrid IT environment including virtual machines, servers, cloud platforms, shared drives, and network infrastructure.
- SaaS Ecosystem Administration: Manage and optimize our SaaS stack including Google Workspace, Atlassian tools, Slack, Zoom, and support external collaboration via Microsoft 365.
- Security & Access Management: Maintain endpoint security, MDM, patching, and access controls to uphold security standards.
- Asset & License Management: Oversee procurement, allocation, and lifecycle management of hardware and software licenses.
- IT Onboarding & Offboarding: Support new hires with equipment setup and training; handle hardware returns and access revocation.
- Audio-Visual Support: Set up and troubleshoot AV systems in conference rooms for smooth meetings.
End-User Support: Provide support across macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, iPadOS, and Android. Resolve hardware/software/connectivity issues and manage support tickets.
Who you are:
- 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, automation, or systems engineering; DevOps exposure is a plus.
- Fluent in German and English, with excellent communication skills.
- Proactive, solution-oriented, with automation and scripting experience.
- Security-minded with knowledge of access controls, device management, patching, and zero-trust principles.
- Strong technical background in SaaS, VM management, server administration, firewalls, and networking.
- Analytical troubleshooting skills with ability to prioritize under pressure.
- Excellent documentation skills, including SOPs and knowledge bases.
Why Work with Us
- Innovative Technology & Mission: Work on groundbreaking clean energy research.
- Career Development: Grow your career in a pioneering company.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a dynamic, international team of passionate professionals.
- Ownership: Make impactful decisions and shape our future.
- Your Success is our Success: Competitive salary, stock options, and ownership opportunities.
- Vacation Days: 30 days annually.
- Snacks and Drinks: Enjoy healthy snacks and drinks at the office, with a subsidized canteen in Darmstadt.
- Retirement Plan: We contribute 15% to your private pension plan.
- Equipment: Choose a high-end Windows or Apple laptop, with accessories provided.
- Events: Participate in regular team-building and social events.
Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected statuses. We also consider applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with local ordinances. Compensation varies based on experience, location, and role, with potential incentives and equity options.
Required Experience: Senior IC
Key Skills: Clerical, Abinitio, Chiller, Application Engineering, ELV, AV
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 5+ years
Vacancy: 1
IT System Engineer • Darmstadt, Hesse, Germany