IT System Network Engineer - Linux

Biomemory is a worldwide pioneer in DNA data storage, developing rackable IT servers for Data Centers that use synthetic DNA as a data storage medium. We are a well‑funded deep‑tech start‑up headquartered in Paris, serving the fast‑growing global cold storage market. About the Job Reporting to the Director of Software Engineering, you will join the Atlas Team as a Sysadmin Engineer and be responsible for the system and infrastructure operations. Maintain system and network infrastructure in operational condition. Update and monitor both internal and external systems. Manage access requests and maintain proper control over user permissions. Map and document the information system, contributing to a cultural shift from “it works” to “it works and it’s documented.” Install and administer external compute resources (e.g. OVH bare metal) in a controlled and reliable manner using SLURM. Conduct security assessments and propose or discuss remediation plans. Contribute ideas for new installations, deployments, and automation. Simplify and document procedures to improve efficiency and reliability. Manage internal tickets via GitLab: triage, prioritization, follow‑up, and metrics. Provide basic user support for workstations (Linux, Windows, and macOS). Manage user access (provisioning, revocation, monitoring, incident alerts). Participate in onboarding and offboarding (hardware setup, account creation, SI overview). Manage software licenses and hardware inventory. Promote best practices and enhance information security culture. Collaborate with Sarah, Office Manager, on technical vendor relationships (cloud and infrastructure providers). R&D and Operations This position is primarily focused on managing infrastructure and servers (≈90%); the engineer will also contribute around 10% of their time to R&D efforts. Supporting definition of operational procedures for successive versions of our DNA‑based data storage system and collaborating closely with the software team to design and validate next‑generation DNA storage devices. Short‑summary: a full‑time infrastructure engineer structuring and maintaining the system, deeply aligned with R&D. About You At least 3+ years of professional experience in system administration, infrastructure, or DevOps. Linux (multi‑distribution, strong experience with Debian and Ubuntu). Bash scripting, system automation, and administration. Networking: ARP, IP, TCP, SSH, Wi‑Fi. Virtualization: Proxmox or equivalent. Boot/BIOS/EFI, Dell rack servers (iDRAC). Python and general scripting experience. Ability to support cross‑platform environments (Linux, Windows, and macOS). Experience with MDM/IAM (Okta or equivalent). Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure). Familiarity with Google Workspace administration. Flexible, empathetic, patient, and service‑oriented (user support mindset). Clear communicator, organized, and solution‑driven. Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment. The position is onsite, based at our office located at 5 Impasse Reille in Paris (14th arrondissement). The workspace combines modern classic offices with advanced laboratory rooms, fostering collaboration between computer scientists and biologists. In 2026, our offices will relocate to a new headquarters in central Paris near Notre‑Dame Cathedral. Biomemory provides benefits beyond French regulations to support the well‑being of its employees. Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level Employment Type

Full‑time Job Function

Information Technology and Engineering Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting IT System Custom Software Development Biotechnology Research

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