Systems Manager

Troll VFX, a growing VFX studio in Tampere, Finland, is seeking a hands-on Systems Manager in a versatile role to support this studio of passionate creative artists.

Troll VFX, established in 2012, is a creativity-driven visual effects studio that creates high-quality VFX for the international film industry. As a Systems Manager, you'll be the backbone of Troll's technology infrastructure, ensuring the artists, technical team, and supervisors have the tools and support they need to bring their creative visions to life in a secure and modern tech environment.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Guiding and mentoring the tech unit consisting of IT support and Technical Artists, and fostering a strong technical foundation for the studio

• Overseeing high-performance storage platforms and systems, ensuring smooth workflow for rendering and complex simulations

• Troubleshooting and resolving complex IT issues with a deep understanding of large-scale networks and infrastructure

• Identifying and eliminating storage or network bottlenecks, optimizing performance across the studio

• Managing data centers, ensuring efficient operations and security

• Overseeing technology purchasing, staying within budget, and acquiring the right tools for the job

• Managing software licenses and maintaining strong vendor relationships

• Ensuring the studio's IT Infrastructure is compliant with the security requirements of the VFX Industry

The long-term goal at Troll is to have the most reliable, modern and unified IT infrastructure in the industry, and you'll get to work in a key role to achieve this target. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced technical environment, and enjoy close collaboration with stakeholders, you might be the person we are looking for.

Troll VFX offers you:

• A dynamic and unique working environment where your contributions directly impact stunning VFX projects. Check out our showreel here!

• Responsible role in a forward-looking industry that utilizes the most advanced technology, e.g. AI and generative images

• Role that supports the movement of vast amounts of data and rendering capacity and its infrastructure

• A data-intensive company, that ships huge files around the world with large data amounts for a small company

• Professional development opportunities - in the future, you could become Troll's Head of Tech

• Chance to be part of a talented and passionate team of artists and technical professionals

• A healthy work-life balance that allows you to thrive both professionally and personally

• A benefit package consisting of occupational healthcare, insurance, and fun past-time activities

We hope you have:

• 7+ years of experience in relevant roles such as IT infrastructure or systems management

• Proven experience in computer systems support. Experience leading a tech support team is considered an advantage

• Extensive skills with Linux and Windows server administration

• In-depth knowledge of IP networks and network services

• Experience with managing Jira ticketing platform

• Experience building resilient and scalable networks

• Interest and passion to dive into the world of the visual effects and willingness to work in a fast-paced industry

• Full working proficiency in English and the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences

We consider as an asset:

• Experience with virtualization tools, such as VMware

Practicalities:

In this full-time and permanent position, you will be employed directly by Troll VFX. The start time in the role is in August 2024. The role will be in Tampere, and we hope you can work at the office at least a few days per week as part of a hybrid model. In case you are currently living outside Finland, we hope you have the possibility for relocation. Salary in this position is approximately 4500-5500 €/month (gross) depending on the level of your experience and will be negotiated individually.

Could this be your next challenge? Please submit your CV and motivation letter in PDF format by latest 21st July via aTalent's application system. Please also mention your salary request and the earliest possible starting date in your application documents. We are actively reviewing applications throughout the application period and processing them in the order they are received. Please use the application system, as we do not process applications by email.

You can familiarize yourself with Troll VFX here: https://www.trollvfx.com/. If you have any questions about the recruitment process, aTalent's Senior Recruitment Managers are reachable as follows during July:

• Week 27: Kiira Ojala (+358 50 553 7760, kiira.ojala[at]atalent.fi)

• Week 28-29: Kati Hautakoski (+358 50 552 0419, kati.hautakoski[at]atalent.fi)

• Week 30-31: Sofia Latva-Koivisto (+358 50 321 4473, sofia.latva-koivisto[at]atalent.fi)

Troll VFX is a creativity-driven visual effects studio recklessly wielding the power to create high quality VFX for the international film industry. Driven by our passion for visual effects, the story of Troll began in 2012. We've evolved from domestic beginnings in Finland to enter the wild international stage. Today, our team delivers visual effects for studios and streamers worldwide.

Headquarters of Troll is located in Tampere, Finland. We are well known for our way of life here, offering people the opportunity to live the happiest life on the globe. Naturally, it's a great place to do unnaturally good VFX.