IT Infrastructure Senior Engineer

The Oberalp Group is a management driven family business - a house of brands that creates high quality technical mountaineering products. We have 6 own brands Salewa, Dynafit, Pomoca, Wild Country, Evolv and LaMunt. As an exclusive partner of other brands in the sports sector we offer our entire know how in communication, sales and image building. We are a team of more than 1000 employees in 11 countries worldwide – a group of adventurers and dreamers, mountaineers, looking for their next peak.  The IT Infrastructure Senior Engineer supports the management and continuous improvement of our IT infrastructure and enterprise security posture. The role involves administering and maintaining client and server operating systems primarily in Microsoft environments, with exposure to Linux systems. This position requires a hands-on approach to problem-solving and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and secure IT operations. Tasks & Responsibilities

• IT Infrastructure Management: Maintain IT infrastructure, including operating systems in a Microsoft & Linux environment, with excellent knowledge and demonstrable experience (Windows), knowledge for Linux
• Virtualization: Configuration and management of ESX virtualization systems
• Server Administration: Perform server administration tasks and research event-log warnings and errors
• Technical Support: Assist the Service Desk with troubleshooting to identify root cause, and provide technical support when needed
• Audits & Backups: Perform routine and scheduled audits of all systems, including backup
• Security Management: Implement and monitor security policies, assist in vulnerability assessments, and respond to security incidents following established procedures
• Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline routine administrative tasks and improve operational efficiency
• Capacity Planning: Monitor system performance and resource utilization, providing recommendations for infrastructure scaling and optimization
• Documentation: Draft and update documentation related to procedures and activities performed
• Professional Development: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in system administration
• Networking: Configure and manage networks using HPE Aruba Networking technologies
• Cloud Services and Collaboration: Manage cloud services with Microsoft Azure, administer Teams Phone and SharePoint
• IT Projects: Participate in IT projects to improve infrastructure efficiency and security, with opportunities to lead smaller technical initiatives under supervision

Profile

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Informatics or equivalent relevant experience
• 10+ years of proven experience in system administration roles, with demonstrable progression in technical responsibilities
• Excellent knowledge of Windows Server administration (2016/2019/2022) and Active Directory management
• Strong experience with VMWare ESXi virtualization and Veeam
• Good working knowledge of at least three of the following technologies: Citrix, Veeam Backup, HPE Aruba Networking, Microsoft Azure, Teams Phone, SharePoint Online, Ubiquiti Network
• Experience with Linux server administration (basic to intermediate level) for common distributions (Ubuntu, CentOS, or RHEL)
• Solid scripting skills in PowerShell (required), with additional experience in Python or .NET considered a strong plus
• Advanced experience in managing Microsoft 365 and ability to administer it in a hybrid environment
• At least one professional certification (Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, VMware VCP, HPE ASE, or equivalent) is strongly preferred. Additional certifications will be considered a significant plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates a hands-on mentality and willingness to learn new technologies
• Takes initiative, carries ideas forward, actively faces challenges
• Availability to travel within the EMEA region and the US.

Workplace: Bolzano or Milano or Montebelluna, IT Annual Gross Base Salary Range: 45.000€ - 55.000€ + additional target bonus of 5-10% of base salaryCompensation for this role is based on skills, experience, qualifications, and job-related responsibilities. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Pay decisions are made consistently across comparable roles and career levels, supporting our commitment to equal pay for substantially similar work. If your experience and capabilities exceed the requirements outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply.                              We are open to discussing a compensation package that appropriately reflects the value you can bring to the role. If you are interested to work in a challenging, international and dynamic environment then apply now!

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