If you're passionate about cutting-edge technology and want to work for a company that's changing the game in industrial planning, Visual Components is the place for you! As a leading provider of 3D simulation tools for factory planning and production line optimization, we're using the power of 3D games to revolutionize the industry. We believe that 3D simulation is the future of planning, and we're on a mission to make it easily accessible to everyone.
At Visual Components, we know that effective IT is essential to the success of our business. That's why we're looking for a talented, solution-oriented IT service professional to join our IT team in Espoo. The role requires your availability to work both remotely and on-site.
As an international company with offices in the US and Germany, as well as a global partner network, Visual Components offers a truly multicultural and diverse work environment. Our team is made up of people from over 24 countries and we speak at least 12 languages! If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a forward-thinking company, Visual Components is the perfect place for you.
The role and the team
We are looking for an experienced IT specialist to join our compact and skillful IT team. The core tasks of the team cover a broad area and are built to ensure that our IT infrastructure is secure, reliable, and efficient. We also aim to ensure that the Visual Components team have the right tools and support to be productive and successful.
We believe in the power of teamwork and in the importance of supporting one another. We're looking for a team player who shares these values and has a hands-on, solution-oriented approach to work. Your positive attitude and approachable nature help you to build good relationships with colleagues and make sure that everyone at Visual Components can do their jobs effectively. Assisting others comes naturally to you and you are passionate about empowering your fellow team members with the skills and knowledge about software and IT related matters.
Please note that this is a temporary position, designed to support a defined needs.
Your impact
Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers to support critical business functions
Provide proactive IT maintenance
Ensure compliance of IT processes with cybersecurity principles
Deploy new assets such as computers, network devices and other IT-covered devices
Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues for users, and collaborating with external vendors when hardware problems arise
Assist and guide team members with technical tools and processes that contribute to the overall success and productivity of Visual Componentsteam
We also have an opportunity to learn more about other fields, if you are still not very familiar with them:
Maintaining and administrating SQL Servers
Maintaining our Cloud systems (Azure and AWS)
The skills you will bring
Previous experience in IT support and system administration.
Deep hands-on skills with Windows Server and Linux systems.
Experience in managing Microsoft 365 services.
Hands-on experience in IT maintenance.
Experience with virtualisation software, e.g. VMware.
Solid knowledge of cybersecurity principles, for example knowledge ofISO27001 standards, and their implementation.
Good command of scripting languages (e.g. Python, Powershell, C#)to automate administrative IT tasks.
Educational background inIT oracquired similar theoretical skills through extensive practical experience.
We appreciate if you have some basic skills in the following areas, but you can learn it at work:
English language – professional proficiency in written and spoken speech is required, because it is our working language.
Finnish language – very good command in reading and writing is essential to communicate with external providers and read confidential documents without uploading them to the translation software.
This role requires eligibility for a security clearance in accordance with the Finnish Security Intelligence Service (SUPO) criteria.
Perks of joining us
The opportunity to further develop and expand your skills and make an impact to our IT infrastructure
Safe and stable workplace
An employer who supports in various life situations
Skilled co-workers and a supporting supervisor and team
Low hierarchy and flexible and relaxed organizational culture
Flexible work schedule
Competitive salary
Comprehensive personnel benefits, e.g., learning platforms, extensive occupational health care and health insurance, lunch benefit, sport & cultural benefit vouchers
At Visual Components, our most valuable assets are our employees. We treat everyone with honesty and transparency, help each other and do our work with passion. We also enjoy spending time together even after work. Pool tournaments, game nights, after works and sports activities are part of our life as a team.
How to apply
Submit your application via applying with the form already today. We are reviewing applications constantly and will hire the candidate as soon as we find the right person. Please, note, that due to the GDPR requirements, we are unable to accept or consider any applications or CVs received through email or direct messages. At this time, we are prioritizing candidates who are already based in Finland.
Next steps with us
Preliminary screening that takes a maximum of three weeks after the application
A phone call with our Talent Acquisition Specialist to clarify additional details that were unclear from the application – also an opportunity for you to ask any questions
Technical interview with the hiring manager and one of our specialists
Interview with the manager and the team to show you the team atmosphere and our ways of working
Since the position is related to handling sensitive data, we check the business connections of the person selected for the position, and we do the basic security clearance of the Protection Police.
With over 20 years in business, Visual Components is one of the pioneers of the 3D manufacturing simulation industry.
Visual Components is a leading developer of 3D manufacturing simulation software and solutions. Founded in 1999 by a team of simulation experts, we started with a humble goal – to make manufacturing design and simulation technology easy to use and accessible to manufacturing organizations of all sizes.
Today, Visual Components is recognized as a global leader in the manufacturing simulation industry and trusted technology partner to many leading brands. We offer machine builders, system integrators, and manufacturers a simple, quick, and cost-effective solution to design and simulate production lines.
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