Linux Infrastructure Engineer (human) at Neura Robotics (Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany)
Neura Robotics· Metzingen, Germany / Riederich, Germany·
Role details
Neura Robotics at a glance
German cognitive-robotics company building humanoid and collaborative robots that see, hear, feel, and learn to work alongside people.
NEURA Robotics designs cognitive robots (humanoids, collaborative arms, and mobile bases) plus the AI and platform that run them, all built in-house. Its flagship 4NE1 humanoid targets industrial workflows and everyday assistance, and the Neuraverse platform links deployed robots into a shared learning network.
~$1.7B+ raised · latest: Series C · up to $1.4B · June 2026 · backed by Tether, Amazon, NVIDIA, Qualcomm
Summary
Provide 2nd level support for the Ubuntu desktop fleet, including OS, hardware, and application troubleshooting. Develop and maintain automated configuration management using Ansible, manage software deployment and patching, and collaborate with robotics and DevOps teams on engineering workstation tooling.
Job description
YOUR MISSION & CHALLENGES
The Group's IT department has over 20 members and provides support to more than 1,200 users. You'll join the parent company's IT team of 10 people, working alongside two Linux Admins, as well as collaborating closely with both the robotics and DevOps teams.
Our engineering teams build robots — and the infrastructure they depend on starts with you. As a Linux Infrastructure Engineer, you'll own the Ubuntu desktop fleet that engineers, developers, and researchers rely on every day. You'll join a well-staffed and growing IT team, working alongside fellow Linux Admins, with close ties to both the robotics and DevOps teams — making your work directly visible in what gets built.
Your mission & challenges
- Provide 2nd level support for our Ubuntu desktop fleet — from OS and hardware issues to application troubleshooting and peripherals
- Develop and maintain automated configuration management for Linux client systems using tools like Ansible
- Manage software deployment, package management, and patch cycles across the desktop fleet
- Administer user accounts, permissions, and local policies on Linux endpoints
- Integrate desktop systems into central services including LDAP/AD, SSO, VPN, and network storage
- Maintain and improve standard desktop images and provisioning workflows
- Collaborate with the robotics and DevOps teams on tooling and environment requirements for engineering workstations
- Document processes, write runbooks, and contribute to the internal knowledge base
What we can look forward to
- Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field — or equivalent vocational training and practical experience
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in Linux system administration
- Proficiency in Shell and Python scripting
- Strong grasp of networking principles
- Comprehensive knowledge of Debian-based operating systems, particularly Ubuntu
- Excellent written and spoken English (B2 or above)
- Strong analytical skills and a methodical approach to problem-solving
- A collaborative team player who takes ownership
Why work at Neura Robotics
- Culture: "Passion for Winning" — achievement-driven, self-responsible culture with flat hierarchies. Values include trust, honesty, speed, and "We Are Human" (people at the heart of everything).
- Flexibility: Flexible working hours, 30 days of vacation, and a hybrid-friendly environment.
- Team: Over 1,400 employees from more than 45 countries — highly skilled, international team of experts.
- Growth & Development: Support for personal and professional growth via Udemy training platform and more.
- Compensation: Competitive salary package with exclusive employee discounts.
- Perks: Summer parties, company town hall meetings, and regular team celebrations.
- Impact: Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cognitive robotics and AI that directly addresses labor shortages and makes a meaningful societal impact.
- Diversity: Explicitly welcomes applications from all backgrounds, emphasizing building a team that reflects the world.
- Application Process: Fast — initial feedback within a few days, interviews scheduled within two weeks.