Apex.AI is an international software company developing safety-certified, developer-friendly, and scalable software for mobility and autonomous systems. Our technology enables companies to build software-defined vehicles and intelligent machines faster, safer, and more efficiently. 

We are looking for a hands-on IT Administrator / (Senior) IT Administrator to take ownership of the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of our IT environment in Germany while supporting our international teams. 

This is a highly practical role for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, administering systems, supporting users, and continuously improving IT infrastructure. You will work across Linux and macOS endpoints, identity and access management, cloud services, networks, security tooling, and on-premises infrastructure. 

You will be a key point of contact for IT topics in our Munich office and work closely with Engineering, DevOps, HR, and other business functions. 

In addition to your core IT responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of Information Security and compliance, including ISO 27001 and TISAX. Previous compliance experience is welcome but not required—we are looking for someone who is interested in learning and growing in this area. 

As Apex.AI grows, this role offers the opportunity to take on broader ownership and help shape the future of our IT function. 

Hands-on IT Administration 

• Own and manage the day-to-day operation of our cloud and on-premises IT environment.  

• Administer and support Linux and macOS endpoints throughout their lifecycle.  

• Manage MDM, IAM, user accounts, permissions, SSO, and MFA.  

• Administer cloud-based email, collaboration, and file-storage services.  

• Manage employee access across internal systems and business applications.  

• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.  

• Manage VPN solutions, network segmentation, policies, and access rules.  

• Administer and maintain on-premises and cloud-based servers.  

• Manage endpoint security solutions, including EDR/antivirus, patching, encryption, and security policies.  

• Implement and maintain integrations between different IT systems.  

• Automate repetitive IT administration tasks wherever possible.  

• Monitor systems and proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact users.  

IT Support & Service Delivery 

• Be a primary point of contact for IT support for employees in our Munich office and provide remote support to colleagues in other locations.  

• Troubleshoot hardware, software, endpoint, network, account, and access issues.  

• Manage IT support requests and ensure issues are resolved efficiently.  

• Set up laptops, accounts, permissions, and required applications for new employees.  

• Execute IT onboarding and offboarding for employees and contractors.  

• Manage IT hardware inventory and device lifecycle.  

• Maintain clear and useful technical documentation.  

• Help create a reliable and user-friendly IT environment where employees can work effectively with minimal friction.  

IT Security & Compliance 

You will have the opportunity to learn how to manage ISMS based on ISO 27001 and TISAX frameworks. We are looking for someone eager to develop in this area. 

You will: 

• Support the implementation and maintenance of technical security controls.  

• Help maintain IT documentation, policies, procedures, asset inventories, and access records.  

• Support evidence collection and technical preparation for ISO 27001 and TISAX audits.  

• Work with internal and external stakeholders on Information Security topics.  

• Support vulnerability management, patching, backups, disaster recovery, and security incident readiness.  

• Help investigate and resolve IT security incidents.  

• Gradually develop your knowledge of our ISMS and security/compliance requirements.  

• Contribute ideas for improving the security and resilience of our IT environment.  

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement 

• Work closely with Engineering and DevOps on infrastructure, access, networking, and security topics.  

• Support business applications used