IT Infrastructure System Administrator
Tarragona, Spain (Hybrid)·Full-time·Added 2 months ago
21 open roles
What they offer
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
What they ask for
Have the right to work in Spain
Applus IDIADA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Be near Tarragona, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 2+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
The role
We are looking for an IT Infrastructure System Administrator to support the operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of hybrid corporate environments, combining on-premise infrastructure and public cloud services.
The role will focus on the day-to-day administration of systems, virtualization, storage, backup, critical infrastructure services, and advanced technical support for production environments.
The candidate will participate in infrastructure automation using Infrastructure as Code, mainly with Terraform for provisioning and state management, and Ansible for configuration management and idempotency, working with modular, reusable code versioned in Git.
The scope of the role is focused on infrastructure deployment and operations, not application deployment, which falls under the DevOps area.
The profile should contribute to maintaining a stable, documented, secure, and repeatable infrastructure, applying operational best practices and supporting the continuous improvement of the managed environments.
Why join us?
Enjoy a highly flexible hybrid work model in a company that takes care of the employees’ wellbeing, offering work-life balance benefits such as subsidized canteen, free language courses, transport and coaching services.
Join a company that has a deep commitment to sustainability and push yourself to reach your full potential in a dynamic and challenging setting that values innovation and expertise.
Come & join us on the road to success.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in system administration and operation of shared IT infrastructure in production environments.
- Experience working in high-technology environments and/or systems analysis, with a strong operational focus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
- Proactive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively with infrastructure, security, DevOps, and application teams.
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify root causes and propose practical, sustainable solutions.
- Ability to respond effectively to critical incidents, system outages, and high-pressure operational situations.
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to document technical work clearly.
- Familiarity with structured IT processes and Agile ways of working will be valued.
Requirements
What we're looking for
In networking, practical knowledge of corporate networks, VLAN/VXLAN segmentation, routing and switching, DNS/DHCP, site-to-site VPNs, firewall policies, and interconnection between on-premise networks and cloud environments is required.
The candidate will also participate in advanced, code-based management of infrastructure and networking in public cloud environments, mainly AWS, including VPCs, peering, transit/VPN gateways, hybrid connectivity, and IAM.
Nice to have
Experience in on-premise Kubernetes administration at infrastructure level will be valued, including nodes, cluster networking, persistent storage, certificates, etcd, and version upgrades.
Knowledge of NAC, BGP, and network fabrics based on Extreme Networks Fabric will be valued.
Additional experience with Google Cloud or Azure will be valued due to the transferability of knowledge across cloud platforms.
Knowledge of database administration at infrastructure and operational level will also be valued, including relational and non-relational databases such as SQL / PostgreSQL and MongoDB. This is not an essential requirement.
About Applus IDIADA
Applus IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, providing design, testing, homologation, and certification services to vehicle manufacturers worldwide. With a workforce of over 2,800 engineers and technical experts, the company operates state-of-the-art test tracks and laboratories, supporting clients across the entire vehicle development cycle. Its headquarters and main technical center are located in Santa Oliva, Spain, near Barcelona.
In Spain, Applus IDIADA is a key player in the automotive R&D sector, with its main campus in Santa Oliva and additional presence in Barcelona and Madrid. The company actively recruits international engineers, particularly those fluent in Chinese, German, Korean, and Japanese, to support its global client base. Its work culture is highly technical and project-driven, offering relocating professionals the opportunity to work on cutting-edge vehicle testing, emissions certification, and electric vehicle technologies in a multicultural environment.
- Industry
- Automotive Engineering
- Founded
- 1990
- Employees
- 2,500–5,000
- Headquarters
- Santa Oliva, Spain
- In Spain
- Santa Oliva, Barcelona, Madrid
- Website
- applusidiada.com
Good to know if you are moving
- The main technical campus is located in Santa Oliva, a small town in Catalonia, about 60 km from Barcelona, offering a quieter lifestyle with easy access to the city.
- The company actively recruits international engineers, with specific roles requiring fluency in Chinese, German, Japanese, and Korean to support global automotive clients.
- Applus IDIADA offers a unique opportunity to work with state-of-the-art testing facilities, including proving grounds, wind tunnels, and emissions labs, which are among the most advanced in Europe.
- The company provides relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits, as part of its global talent acquisition strategy.
- The work environment is highly multicultural, with employees from over 30 countries, making it an attractive option for professionals seeking an international career in automotive engineering.
In their own words
About the company & team
Shaping the Future of Automotive Engineering
Applus+ IDIADA is a global leader in automotive engineering, offering a dynamic and rewarding career opportunity for professionals passionate about shaping the future of mobility. As a TOP Employer certified company with over 3500 professionals from more than 24 countries, we provide a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and growth with colleagues from over 55 nationalities contributing to a safer, more efficient, and sustainable vehicles.
Additional information
Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We don’t put limits on you, so don’t put limits on yourself either. There is a place for everyone.
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