The IT Systems Administrator will maintain server health, perform maintenance, troubleshoot issues, support users, and manage network security and IT infrastructure.
With multiple awards to our name, Larian Studios has proven that we’re dedicated to delivering high-quality role-playing games. As we move on to new projects, the studio that brought you Baldur’s Gate 3 & Divinity: Original Sin 2 is looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to make sure our infrastructure runs smoothly and support users in the Dublin office.
Responsibilities
- Monitor server health and system performance to ensure uptime and reliability for critical building systems
- Perform routine server maintenance, including patching, updates and backups, with a focus on minimizing disruptions to critical operations
- Administer Windows server and Linux environments and related server applications
- Perform general technical troubleshooting and give consultation to development teams. Support incident discussion and resolution.
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation on configurations, changes and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate with vendors and service providers for software and hardware support
- Participate in incident response and emergency procedures related to studio building management systems
- Participate in capacity planning in regard to user hardware and software
- Coordinate and maintain local studio IT infrastructure and communications, collaborating with global IT and studio management on server room upkeep and building modifications
- Mentor junior IT sysadmin engineers
- Collaborate with international IT team in system development, testing and release
- Support network, security, and Linux teams in their operations
- Onboard and offboard users
- Provide support for users in all studio locations
- Manage inventory and assets
- Manage backup and storage infrastructure
Requirements
- Experience with ITSM
- Knowledge of Windows Systems (Client and Server)
- Experienced in Cloud infrastructure AWS/AZURE
- Experience with Intune deployment
- Troubleshooting skills
- Experience managing a virtualized infrastructure
- Experience with Google Workplace, Office365, Atlassian Suite
- Understanding of networking concepts (WAN,LAN,TCP/IP,VPN,VLAN)
- Ability to work flexible hours around infrastructure upgrades and migrations
- This is a full-time, on-site role, requiring your presence in the office to support collaboration
Nice to have
- Basic knowledge of public cloud environments like AWS, Azure
- Experience administering Dell server hardware
- Experience in automation and deployment tools
- Experience with version control systems (Git, Perforce)
- Experience with backup software (Commvault, Veeam, Netbackup)
What we offer
- An international team of over 500 employees spread across 7 studios around the world, each of which have their own unique qualities, and maintain a small-studio feel
- An open, collaborative environment where ideas are welcome and encouraged
- A managerial team consisting of highly experienced game developers at the top of their fields
- Sharing hobbies and passions with like-minded colleagues
- Inclusive environment with many activities organized by the studios or the employees
- Commitment to making the best game possible for the fans, including listening to community feedback
Top Skills
Atlassian Suite
AWS
Azure
Commvault
Git
Google Workplace
Intune
Linux
Netbackup
Office365
Perforce
Tcp/Ip
Veeam
Vlan
Vpn
Windows Server
Larian Studios Dublin, Dublin, IRL Office
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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