The Max Planck Institute for Extraterrestrial Physics in Garching near Munich is a world leader in the field of ground-based and space-based experimental astronomy.
The IT group manages and maintains the IT infrastructure and central IT services of the institute.
It also develops scientific software and applications for ongoing scientific projects as well as specific control software for detectors and satellites under construction.
The IT group is looking for support from the earliest possible date for a Computer scientist (m/f/d) as support for digitization Reference number 22/2025 Among other things, the aim is to digitize and optimize collaboration between administration and IT using our central IT infrastructure.
Implementation of comprehensive Single Sign On and MFA Support Services of the Institute of the Max Planck Society Digitization of workflows through coupling and automation of data exchange between services Development of efficient workflows with the digitization officer Technical planning and introduction of new services for the implementation of digitization projects Technical consulting, expansion and migration of our web services and creation of corresponding scripts We expect: A degree in computer science or comparable training Programming experience Linux knowledge Familiarity with current frameworks and techniques in the world of the Understanding of authentication and authorization procedures (SAML, OpenID Connect, Kerberos, LADP) Good written and spoken German and English skills are required Knowledge and experience in the following areas is an advantage Python/Django PHP Apache/Nginx/Docker & Co.
Excellent development opportunities in an international environment at one of the world's leading research institutes in the field of astronomy.
Pleasant working atmosphere in a motivated, performance-oriented and multi-professional team.
Internal and external training and further education according to individual needs Transparent payment in accordance with the TvöD-Bund in line with your qualifications and professional experience as well as a guaranteed annual special payment.
Company pension scheme (VBL).
Employer-financed private accident insurance within a framework contract for all employees.
A subsidy for the Deutschlandjobticket or the Isar-Card-Job-Ticket.
Good accessibility by public transport (Garching-Forschungszentrum station directly at the institute) or by car (free parking on the institute premises) Canteen in the immediate vicinity.
Support in finding childcare and care for relatives.
The full-time position is limited to two years.
Then we look forward to receiving your detailed online application with cover letter, CV and references by September 30, 2025.
The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity and wants to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented.