Senior IT & System Operations Engineer

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Be part of a new era in communications, transforming connectivity with Eutelsat – the world’s first GEO-LEO integrated global satellite operator.

As a leader in satellite communications, we provide global connectivity solutions - connecting businesses, communities, and governments around the world. We can connect you at on land, at sea and in the air. We also deliver broadcast television channels and packages, transmitting vital news reports around the world.

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• Pioneer the future of Space Technology
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In a dynamic industry where passion drives our teams to make a difference to become the most trusted partner for global satellite connectivity, you will elevate your skills in a stretching, rewarding, and meaningful environment. At Eutelsat, we’re united by inclusion and diversity, striving for gender balance and social responsibility, on Earth and in Space.

Why Eutelsat?

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: With colleagues from over 75 countries, we embrace our global DNA and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We are proud that one-third of our executive team and 60% of our board are represented by women.
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• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible schedules and hybrid work options to help you balance your personal and professional life. At Eutelsat, we are committed to supporting your well-being and ensuring you have the flexibility you need to succeed both at work and at home.

Ready to grow with us? Apply today and help us build a more inclusive, sustainable future in the world of satellite technology

Job Overview

The Senior IT & System Operations Engineer supports the activities of the Systems Operations team by managing the company’s IT infrastructure end to end. This includes deploying, monitoring and maintaining networks and system architectures, as well as troubleshooting and resolving errors or inefficiencies to ensure all systems run smoothly and reliably.

The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to help define system requirements and actively contributing to the training and knowledge transfer for junior engineers and technicians, fostering their technical development.

What You'll Do

The main responsibilities of this role are:

• Maintain back and front-end applications, and in identifying and fixing issues that impact systems infrastructure and QoS
• Support Manager in developing a structured framework to determine potential inefficiencies and problems based on the analysis of network data and infrastructure
• Take part in the exchanges with the management team for the assessment and definition of the systems requirements
• Manage the deployment, monitoring and maintaining of network architecture and computer systems infrastructure, and the deployment and maintaining of automation tools
• Provide training and knowledge exchange for junior system engineers and technicians

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer engineering, computer science or mathematics
• Experience of at least 3 years in a similar role, with focus technical troubleshooting. Preference for candidates having covered a similar role in the telecommunications industry
• Detail-oriented with good interpersonal and personal effectiveness skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Capability to work under intense pressure, and problem-solving skills
• High degree of commitment and diligence
• Good knowledge of Linux, Windows and Virtualization Environment (VMWare, KVM, AWS, Azure)
• Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, subnetting, VLANs, and related concepts (DNS, DHCP, LDAP, NTP)
• Knowledge of SAN and Fiber channel network management
• Knowledge of SQL and XML languages, shell scripting, Java and Python
• Knowledge of backup systems such as Veeam or Bacula
• Experience with oriented programming and system integration
• Excellent written and oral skills in English, French is an asset

Where You'll Be

Turin or Cagliari, Italy. This role includes on-call rotations.

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This role is a Eutelsat Group job opening; all of our open roles are posted on the current OneWeb and Eutelsat websites. Please note that when you are applying, your application may be seen by both teams.

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