Technical System Administrator (Electrical/IT Focus) | Elektrotechniker (m/w/d)

Deutsche Bahn AG

Duisburg, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 14, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role as a Technical System Administrator, based in Duisburg for DB InfraGO AG, is crucial for maintaining the 24/7 availability of technical systems within the operating center, ensuring safe and punctual railway operations. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing data backups, performing hardware upgrades on physical and virtual systems, and handling software installations (OS and applications). A significant part of the job involves coordinating the maintenance and troubleshooting of signaling and control systems (ESTW technology), conducting detailed fault analysis, and ensuring data integrity for incident review. Candidates must possess a background in Electrical Engineering or IT System Integration, strong IT affinity, and proficiency with Linux, Unix, and Windows operating systems, as well as VMware and complex IT infrastructure like Bladeservers and Firewalls. This position offers long-term stability, guaranteed employment security, and extensive professional development opportunities within a major German corporation, requiring full shift work suitability and C2 German language skills.

Required Skills

Education

Vocational training in Electrical Engineering (e.g., IT Specialist System Integration or IT System Electronics Technician). Alternatively: Signal Mechanic or IHK Master in Control and Safety Technology (Railway).

Experience

  • Professional experience in ensuring 24/7 availability of technical systems
  • Professional experience with databases
  • Professional experience with virtualization software (VMware)
  • Professional experience with complex IT systems (e.g., Bladeserver, Firewall technology)
  • Knowledge of Electronic Interlocking (ESTW) technology and control systems is desirable

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license. Unrestricted suitability for shift work (including early, late, and night shifts, plus on-call duty). Willingness to undergo an extended security check (Sabotage Protection).