The Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems (MPI-IS) seeks to advance intelligent systems that perceive, learn, and interact through fundamental research across computational, physical, and social dimensions. We shape artificial intelligence and robotics to advance knowledge and benefit society. The institute takes a highly interdisciplinary approach that combines mathematics, computation, engineering, materials science, and biology.

For our interdepartmental user support and the further development of our institute’s IT services, we are looking for a

System Administrator with a focus on support (f/m/div)

Location: Tübingen

Your role

Your tasks include:

• Administration and maintenance of our workstation and lab systems (Linux, macOS, Windows)
• Participation in IT projects of the institute (e.g. services, licence management, monitoring)
• Administration of user accounts
• 1st level support for our scientists
• Support of our videoconferencing systems

Your profile

• You are an IT specialist (Fachinformatiker/in, Informationselektroniker/in, IT‑Systemelektroniker/in) or have an equivalent qualification in the described field of activity
• You have experience or interest in one or more of the following: Linux, macOS, Windows, Ansible, networking, video conferencing, or audiovisual equipment
• You are a comfortable command line user with an interest in developing your skills
• You work largely independently
• You enjoy collaborating and supporting colleagues proactively and with a solution-oriented mindset
• You have a good command of English

Our offer

• A working environment in the field of cutting-edge AI research with freedom for individual development and interesting technology (e.g. single-board-computers, microcontrollers, HPC clusters, 3D printers)
• A modern workplace
• Orientation/Onboarding support through our International Office
• Flexible working hours
• The opportunity to improve your English and German in an international environment

The position will be located in the Tübingen site of our institute as part of the IT service group. Salaries and contracts will be based on previous experience according to the Public Service Wage Agreement (TVöD) guidelines. This is a full-time position. The position is initially limited to two years with the possibility of a transition into a permanent position.

The Max-Planck Society is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. At MPI-IS, we celebrate diversity. We deeply believe that bringing together diversity of thoughts, perspectives and backgrounds is key to advancing science. We look for many different skills and abilities. So, even if you don’t think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we’d still love to hear from you.

Your application

To apply, please include a cover letter, your CV, and a list of references in your application. If you have, include links to projects you have contributed to (e.g. projects on GitHub or similar). Upload it as one PDF file to our application portal.

If you prefer to send a hardcopy application, you may do so. Please address it to:

Max-Planck-Institut für Intelligente Systeme

Personal & Recht

Max-Planck-Ring 4

72076 Tübingen, Germany.

The position will be open until December 31, 2025.

Preference will be given to the applications received by November 30, 2025.

For more information or questions about technical aspects of the position, please contact Telintor Ntounis at [email protected]. For other questions, please contact Oliver Gäntzle at [email protected].

Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems

Max-Planck-Ring 4

72076 Tübingen

is.mpg.de