Key Skills

Job Description

Location: Eindhoven (Strijp-T) | Hours: 40 hours per week | Employment type: Direct employment At Avular, we are looking for a hands-on and proactive IT System Administrator to strengthen our IT team. Here you will keep our Linux-driven, containerised IT environment running and help make it more mature, more secure and more automated. In this role, you will be the go-to person for your colleagues and the operational backbone behind the systems that keep an innovative robotics company moving. So, you will become the person who makes sure the technology behind our people simply works. 🚀 YOUR MISSION As part of the team, you will be contributing mainly to the day-to-day operation and improvement of our infrastructure, working closely with and reporting to our IT Lead. You understand that good documentation and sensible automation are part of the job, and your Definition of Done includes both. Managing our Windows fleet (50+ devices) through Microsoft Intune, the largest part of our endpoint estate, including policies, Autopilot onboarding, updates and security baselines Managing our Linux/Ubuntu (~30) and macOS (~10) devices, the latter via Intune and Apple Business Manager Administering our Microsoft 365 and Entra ID environment: users, devices, access and security, including onboarding and offboarding of colleagues User and access management across our Atlassian stack (Jira & Confluence) Managing our virtualisation and backup infrastructure (Proxmox cluster, Proxmox Backup Server, ZFS, Synology NAS) Helping own and maintain the building-wide network on our Fortinet stack (FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP) Keeping our monitoring and logging healthy (Zabbix, Grafana) and acting on what it tells you Running the service desk and asset management (GLPI, Snipe-IT) from a proper ticket flow, and providing first- and second-line support for colleagues Handling facilities-adjacent IT: printers, door access, cabling and supporting our office projects Assisting with procurement and asset lifecycle, and contributing to our security and compliance efforts (NIS2, EU Cyber Resilience Act) Documenting and automating recurring work so knowledge stays in the team ⚡ WHO YOU ARE You have a degree (MBO+/HBO) in IT or a comparable field, or equivalent experience At least 3 years of professional experience as a system administrator or in a comparable role A strong foundation in Linux administration (Ubuntu); this is the core of our environment Solid knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs) Experience with Microsoft 365 and Entra ID Scripting skills (Bash, PowerShell or Python) to automate recurring work An independent, solution-oriented mindset with a natural eye for security Good proficiency in both spoken and written Dutch and English (our team is partly international) Bonus: experience with Fortinet networking equipment Bonus: experience with Proxmox or other virtualisation platforms Bonus: experience with Intune/endpoint management and Docker Bonus: affinity with compliance or security frameworks (NIS2, CRA, ISO 27001) 🔥WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE At Avular, work meets play in the best possible way. We’re shaping the future of robotics, and we want you along for the ride. Here’s what’s waiting for you: • Grow & Shine: Bring your vision and grow your career in a fast-paced, high-tech environment • We’ve Got You Covered: Salary based on experience level, A non-contributory pension scheme and travel cost reimbursement mean less stress and more focus on what you love • Share in Success: As part of our participation plan, you’ll benefit directly from the company’s growth • Play Hard: Game nights, Friday drinks, epic team events, and celebrations make our office more than just a workspace • Recharge Your Way: Enjoy 30 paid vacation days (plus national holidays) to unwind, explore, or simply relax • Fuel for Greatness: Savour the best coffee, fresh fruit, and snacks to power your day • Innovation Central: Work at our brand-new office in Strijp-T, Eindhoven, a buzzing hub of forward-thinking companies and cutting-edge ideas 🤖WHO WE ARE At Avular, we’re on a mission to revolutionise robotics: “With gorgeous tech, we accelerate the creation of mobile robotic applications that shape a brighter future for all.” From our home base in Eindhoven, we design the tech behind autonomous robots, crafting drones and driving robots from scratch.

Core Responsibilities

Operate and improve Avular’s IT infrastructure, including endpoint management, Linux systems, Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, virtualization, backups, networking, monitoring, and service desk support. Maintain documentation and automate recurring work while supporting procurement, asset management, facilities-related IT, and security and compliance efforts.

Requirements

Candidates need at least three years of system administration or comparable experience, a strong foundation in Ubuntu/Linux administration, networking fundamentals, Microsoft 365 and Entra ID, and scripting ability. A relevant IT degree or equivalent experience is required, along with spoken and written proficiency in Dutch and English.

Benefits

• Non-Contributory Pension Scheme
• Travel Cost Reimbursement
• Company Participation Plan
• 30 Paid Vacation Days
• National Holidays
• Coffee, Fresh Fruit, And Snacks
• Team Events And Social Activities