Systems Administrator M/F – Paris

You will join the Qair Information Systems Department, within an international IT team responsible for all the group’s systems infrastructure. In a context of strong growth the scope covers both operational management of the fleet, server updates and policies to be implemented, and the management of systems projects. The role combines 70% infrastructure management and maintenance with 30% cross‑functional projects and support for teams.

Main Tasks

Operational Maintenance of the Infrastructure

• Ensure availability, security and performance of the group’s systems (servers, workstations, physical equipment) across all sites and subsidiaries.
• Design, install, configure, update and restart servers and systems infrastructure.
• Manage servers (Windows, Linux) and associated services (Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, etc.).
• Define and implement policies deployed on users’ workstations.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on systems and equipment (patches, backups, restorations).
• Monitor systems using monitoring tools (Zabbix, NinjaOne, CrowdStrike) and intervene in case of alerts.
• Implement and administer virtualization solutions, both in the cloud and on‑premise (Azure, Hyper‑V, Proxmox).
• Manage backup policies (Veeam Backup & Replication, Veeam Backup for M365) and ensure data and systems restoration in the event of a failure or disaster.

Systems Projects and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the implementation of systems solutions (network and security managed by a dedicated team).
• Propose improvements and optimisations for existing infrastructures.
• Write and maintain up‑to‑date technical documentation for systems infrastructure.
• Stay abreast of technological trends to anticipate developments and identify improvement opportunities.

User Support

• Provide level 2 and 3 technical support to resolve complex incidents.
• Handle user tickets in support of the IT team on all IT topics (excluding network).
• Train users on best practices and write guides and procedures.
• Act as the primary point of contact with systems vendors for order management, delivery tracking and warranties.
• Collaborate with external service providers for maintenance and specific projects.
• Negotiate and monitor contracts related to hardware, software and systems services.

Skills Required

The following skills are essential for the role:

• Fluent professional French and English (technical documentation, interactions with international teams).
• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft environments and Windows server management.
• Proficiency in virtualised environments (Hyper‑V, VMware, Proxmox, Azure).
• Ability to work in a multi‑site and multi‑country environment, with availability for regular travel in France and abroad.

The following skills may help you stand out among applicants:

• Knowledge of IT challenges specific to multi‑site and multi‑country organisations.
• Experience in network administration (IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, VPN) and security (antivirus, firewalls, access management).
• Strong interpersonal skills with systems vendors and external service providers.
• Experience in managing infrastructure projects in a fast‑growing context.
• Proficiency in Linux server administration.

This role may not be suitable for you if you are uncomfortable with regular travel that includes international destinations.

• Annual performance bonus
• Profit‑sharing bonus
• Option to purchase Qair shares

Type of contract: Permanent Contract

Job location: Paris, monthly international travel required