Career

IT Systems Administrator

Information Technology / Full -time
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 an IT Systems Administrator to make sure our infrastructure runs smoothly and support users in the Dublin office.
IT Systems Administrator

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