Luxembourg National Data Service (LNDS) is a brand of PNED G.I.E. an organisation created by the Luxembourg Government, to implement Luxembourg’s strategies in research, innovation, and digitalisation. LNDS enables value creation from secondary use of data, for public and private partners and supports the sharing and re-use of public sector data, in a trustable manner. The LNDS service portfolio includes know-how, capabilities, tools, infrastructure, and data services. Through efficient & responsible use of data and improving the secondary use of data, LNDS will support the acceleration of economic, ecological, and societal transitions.
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LNDS - 102 Systems Engineer II - Luxembourg AI Factory (fixed term 24 months)
Luxembourg - Esch-sur-Alzette
Full-time
Fixed-term
55,400 - 61,600 € per year
Who we are
Purpose of the job / project
The Luxembourg AI Factory (L-AIF) is part of a European wide initiative (EuroHPC consortium) to
enhance the use of high-performance computing (HPCs) in Europe and facilitate the adoption of AI.
By magnifying the potential of AI, L-AIF's objective is to support businesses in adopting and
implementing AI Solutions tailored to their maturity and needs. This includes access to the
Luxembourg HPC – MeluXina-AI – to tailor AI models to small and medium enterprises (SMEs);
discovery, access, and brokerage of data for AI model training; as well as compliance checks via its AI and regulatory Sandboxes. In short, L-AIF accompanies SMEs along their journey towards AI
innovation.
As a Consortium partner, LNDS is participating in this project through its expertise in data management and technical deployment of business solutions. We are therefore looking for a Systems Engineer II to help us make the L-AIF the one-stop-shop for AI adoption in Luxembourg and promote the country as a trustworthy AI hub in Europe.
https://www.aifactory.lu/
As a Systems Engineer II, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining secure and scalable infrastructure underpinning the Luxembourg AI Factory platform. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to build, deploy and maintain Secure Processing
Environments (SPE) on a HPC AI cluster. You will be part of the Technology and Infrastructure team and contribute to high-impact European initiatives in AI, data governance, and digital public infrastructure.
enhance the use of high-performance computing (HPCs) in Europe and facilitate the adoption of AI.
By magnifying the potential of AI, L-AIF's objective is to support businesses in adopting and
implementing AI Solutions tailored to their maturity and needs. This includes access to the
Luxembourg HPC – MeluXina-AI – to tailor AI models to small and medium enterprises (SMEs);
discovery, access, and brokerage of data for AI model training; as well as compliance checks via its AI and regulatory Sandboxes. In short, L-AIF accompanies SMEs along their journey towards AI
innovation.
As a Consortium partner, LNDS is participating in this project through its expertise in data management and technical deployment of business solutions. We are therefore looking for a Systems Engineer II to help us make the L-AIF the one-stop-shop for AI adoption in Luxembourg and promote the country as a trustworthy AI hub in Europe.
https://www.aifactory.lu/
As a Systems Engineer II, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining secure and scalable infrastructure underpinning the Luxembourg AI Factory platform. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to build, deploy and maintain Secure Processing
Environments (SPE) on a HPC AI cluster. You will be part of the Technology and Infrastructure team and contribute to high-impact European initiatives in AI, data governance, and digital public infrastructure.
What you will do
- Contribute to the deployment, configuration, and ongoing support of SPE on the upcoming MeluXina-AI HPC in close collaboration with LuxProvide.
- Participate in the design, implementation, and maintenance of unified and automated processes to accelerate and streamline deployment of LNDS activities across the infrastructure.
- Knowledge of Kubernetes clusters, including deployment, and management of containerized secure workloads.
- Ensure reliability, scalability, and security using privacy- and security-by-design principles.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve infrastructure and service-related issues.
- Contribute to the documentation of architecture, configuration, and deployment procedures.
- Support coordination with stakeholders and help provide technical assistance across the project.
- Participate in European collaborations and travel occasionally for joint activities
Who you are
- MSc in computer science, IT, engineering, or related fields.
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience.
- Awareness of cybersecurity practices and privacy-by-design principles.
- Expertise in Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu) system administration.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation tools.
- Proficiency in shell scripting (Bash) and programming (e.g. Python or R).
- Familiarity with Git, GitHub/GitLab platforms.
- Familiarity with HPC job schedulers (e.g., SLURM, PBS) is a plus.
- Knowledge of remote-access tools like VNC or RDP.
- Fluent in English.
- Working knowledge of one of Luxembourg’s official languages (French, German or Luxembourgish) is a plus
- Analytical thinker, adaptive, and comfortable in interdisciplinary teams.
- Culturally aware, solution-oriented, autonomous and quality-driven.
About us
What we offer
What sets us apart
The Luxembourg National Data Service is a modern and dynamic undertaking. We embrace a Lean and Agile mindset, combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the responsibility of a public body on a national mission. We will be a partner of society and industry, collaborating with a hugely diverse group of stakeholders in public research, public authorities, European institutions, academic and private institutions, and small, medium and large companies. Therefore, we have an international and multilingual character. Even in this rather ambitious context, we preserve a warm and personal atmosphere.
Inclusion and diversity are some of our key values. We ensure that everyone has employment and career opportunities in accordance with their skills and aspirations, respecting and being mindful of their individual characteristics.
Join LNDS and revolutionise the data economy!
Be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and making a tangible impact. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, gaining European recognition in the prestigious European Data Spaces initiative. Shape a transformative future in the data revolution.
Apply now!
Information for Recruitment Agencies:
LNDS as well as all related entities do not accept any candidate submission from unsolicited third parties. Candidates presented by unsolicited third parties (such as recruitment agencies, head hunters etc.), will not be entered into the recruitment process and will not be considered further. Further on, no contractual relationship will result out of such a submission between LNDS and a third party. LNDS is not obligated nor willing to pay any fee to third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS.
Data Processing:
LNDS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees within the recruitment process. LNDS complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination. Please note that LNDS is supported by Serendi for Talent Acquisition Services. As LNDS's Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider, Serendi is exclusively in charge of the above-mentioned position. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. Please see the Recruitment Data Privacy Statement for more information. If you have any questions your recruiter will be happy to help. www.serendi.com
Pay Transparency:
- Dynamic and innovative work environment
- Collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Inclusive and diverse culture
- European recognition and impactful projects
- Shape the future of the data revolution
What sets us apart
The Luxembourg National Data Service is a modern and dynamic undertaking. We embrace a Lean and Agile mindset, combining the entrepreneurial spirit of a startup with the responsibility of a public body on a national mission. We will be a partner of society and industry, collaborating with a hugely diverse group of stakeholders in public research, public authorities, European institutions, academic and private institutions, and small, medium and large companies. Therefore, we have an international and multilingual character. Even in this rather ambitious context, we preserve a warm and personal atmosphere.
Inclusion and diversity are some of our key values. We ensure that everyone has employment and career opportunities in accordance with their skills and aspirations, respecting and being mindful of their individual characteristics.
Join LNDS and revolutionise the data economy!
Be part of our dynamic team driving innovation and making a tangible impact. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, gaining European recognition in the prestigious European Data Spaces initiative. Shape a transformative future in the data revolution.
Apply now!
Information for Recruitment Agencies:
LNDS as well as all related entities do not accept any candidate submission from unsolicited third parties. Candidates presented by unsolicited third parties (such as recruitment agencies, head hunters etc.), will not be entered into the recruitment process and will not be considered further. Further on, no contractual relationship will result out of such a submission between LNDS and a third party. LNDS is not obligated nor willing to pay any fee to third parties submitting candidates in this manner. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS.
Data Processing:
LNDS is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities to all prospective employees within the recruitment process. LNDS complies with and supports all national and local laws pertaining to non-discrimination. Please note that LNDS is supported by Serendi for Talent Acquisition Services. As LNDS's Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider, Serendi is exclusively in charge of the above-mentioned position. Your data is handled according to the compliance guidelines of LNDS. Please see the Recruitment Data Privacy Statement for more information. If you have any questions your recruiter will be happy to help. www.serendi.com
Pay Transparency:
The full‑time base salary range for this position is shown at the top of the job advertisement or is discussed with the LNDS Talent Acquisition team early in the process.
The final offer will depend on several factors, including:
• the scope, complexity, responsibilities, and requirements of the role, and
• your individual profile, such as your education or qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills, and relevant experience.
If you do not meet all the role requirements or if you significantly exceed them, the final salary offered may fall below or above the stated range.
In addition to your base salary, you may also be eligible for other rewards and benefits, including a competitive performance‑based bonus.
Eligibility depends on LNDS policies and the terms outlined in your employment contract.
• the scope, complexity, responsibilities, and requirements of the role, and
• your individual profile, such as your education or qualifications, expertise, specialisation, skills, and relevant experience.
If you do not meet all the role requirements or if you significantly exceed them, the final salary offered may fall below or above the stated range.
In addition to your base salary, you may also be eligible for other rewards and benefits, including a competitive performance‑based bonus.
Eligibility depends on LNDS policies and the terms outlined in your employment contract.