As a System Administrator - IT Support & Datacenter at our Dresden location, you will ensure the smooth operation of our IT infrastructure. You will work directly at the interface between a state-of-the-art data center and highly automated manufacturing.
Your expertise is needed here: you will assist with hardware replacement in the data center, set up end-user devices for our teams, and ensure that highly automated production systems are securely integrated into our network. Through your work in a 24/7 shift model, you contribute directly to ensuring that our chip production never stands still. If you have a practical, hands-on mentality, an innate passion for IT, and want to be part of a special greenfield project, this is your chance for a career in the semiconductor industry.
System Administrator - IT Support & Datacenter (m/w/d)
Dresden
Full-time
Permanent employee
Build Europe's semiconductor future with us!
Job Responsibilities
- IT Support in Semiconductor Manufacturing: Practical IT support directly in the fab, such as security checks and virus scans on production equipment prior to their network integration.
- Incident Management: Rapid response to system alerts according to standardized processes (SOPs) as well as escalation of complex IT problems to the respective IT specialists.
- Data Center & Hardware Maintenance: Performing physical maintenance work in the data center as well as replacing defective hardware components (e.g., hard drives, RAM, power supplies, fans) in server and storage systems.
- IT Infrastructure Support: Monitoring and supporting the daily operation of our IT infrastructure (Windows/Linux servers, VMware, Kubernetes, and backup systems).
- User Support (Service Center): Trusted point of contact for our employees regarding IT questions (setup of laptops/smartphones, software installations, and troubleshooting via phone, email, and chat).
- Ensuring 24/7 Operation: Participation in a continuous shift model to ensure the smooth IT operation of the fab around the clock.
Your profile
Must Have
- Education: Successfully completed training as an IT specialist for system integration, or a comparable qualification.
- Professional Experience: Initial experience in IT support, data center operations, or system administration.
- Technical Skills: Knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, network fundamentals, and a strong passion for hardware troubleshooting.
- Languages: Fluent German and good written and spoken English skills.
- Personality: Practical, solution-oriented way of working, resilience, and willingness to work in 24/7 shift rotations.
- Initial experience with virtualization (e.g., VMware, Kubernetes).
- IT certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, CCNA, Linux/LPI).
- Basic knowledge of Mandarin is a plus.
Reasons to join ESMC
Security & Perspective: A permanent employment contract and career advancement opportunities in one of Europe's leading semiconductors fabs.
Company Pension Plan & Financial Benefits: We support your financial well-being with our robust company pension plan. As an ESMC employee, you also benefit directly from TSMC’s performance through an exclusive Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Relocation Support for Dresden: Moving for us? We’ll provide you with all the support you will need for your relocation and your start in Dresden.
Training & Development: At the TSMC Newcomer Training Center, gain a deeper understanding of the processes involved in operating complex semiconductor equipment through unique hands-on training, while you continuously expand your knowledge.
Health & Well-Being: An annual budget for your health and well-being (e.g., for sports classes, massages, or relaxation) helps you stay fit.
Meals & Transportation: Enjoy a daily meal allowance as well as a subsidized public transportation (e.g., for the Deutschlandticket).
Application documents
Please upload your CV in English.
About us
Each journey starts with a first step.
Joining ESMC at this early stage will provide you with the unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the fab in Dresden, boost your career and put your true potential to the test. You will be working in a fast paced, international startup environment whilst at the same time having access to the experience, talent, and resources of the largest and most advanced semiconductor manufacturer in the world, TSMC. You have ample opportunities to learn about TSMC Operations, Digital Transformation, and various advanced Facilities related topics, both in Taiwan and other sites around the world.
Behind the world’s most advanced technology are real people with real passion. Our success is fueled by our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust (ICIC).
We create a work environment that promotes diversity, ignites passion and enables you to reach your full potential.
At ESMC, we welcome applications from all people, regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual identity.
Joining ESMC at this early stage will provide you with the unique opportunity to actively shape the future of the fab in Dresden, boost your career and put your true potential to the test. You will be working in a fast paced, international startup environment whilst at the same time having access to the experience, talent, and resources of the largest and most advanced semiconductor manufacturer in the world, TSMC. You have ample opportunities to learn about TSMC Operations, Digital Transformation, and various advanced Facilities related topics, both in Taiwan and other sites around the world.
Behind the world’s most advanced technology are real people with real passion. Our success is fueled by our core values: Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust (ICIC).
We create a work environment that promotes diversity, ignites passion and enables you to reach your full potential.
At ESMC, we welcome applications from all people, regardless of race, ethnic origin, gender, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual identity.