IT Systems Engineer | IT Systems Engineer (m/w/d)

I. K. Hofmann GmbH

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Feb 22, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to design and integrate complex IT systems and network architectures specifically for maritime environments, including naval ships and boats. Operating out of Kiel, you will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of system integration, from conceptualizing technical specifications and requirements to conducting on-board commissioning and acceptance tests. You will play a pivotal role in coordinating with system suppliers, overseeing hardware and software development projects, and ensuring systems meet rigorous certification standards set by classification societies. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy high-stakes engineering challenges where standard solutions do not apply. You will work in a future-oriented market with a highly motivated team, benefiting from flexible working hours, remote work options, and a permanent employment contract in a specialized industry where technology meets the high seas.

Required Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, or Mathematics. Certifications such as CCENT, CCNA, CCNP, or ICND are desirable.

Experience

  • Professional experience in the conception and integration of complex IT systems and network architectures
  • Experience in IT security within network environments, specifically with firewalls and quality of service
  • Experience in managing and coordinating system suppliers during order processing
  • Practical experience in planning and executing commissioning and acceptance tests on-site
  • Experience in hardware and software development projects from concept to implementation

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • The role requires the ability to perform on-board commissioning and acceptance tests on naval vessels. Location is based in Kiel, Germany.