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# On-Site IT & Telescope Software Maintainer

- **Company:** CTAO ERIC
- **Location:** Breña Baja, Spain
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Unix, Computer Networks, Data Centers, Information Technology Operations, Python (Programming Language), Information Technology
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jobleads.com/es/job/on-site-it-telescope-software-maintainer--brena-baja--e170d1d1a296279d1932bd6ebf06b84cb

## About the Role

The ideal candidate has an IT-related degree (CFGS or equivalent), 2+ years' experience with networks and data centres, proficiency in Python and Unix/Linux, and strong English

## Description

CTAO ERIC is seeking an On-Site IT and Software Technician in La Palma, Canary Islands, to maintain telescope network software and monitoring environments for LSTs. The role involves IT operations on-site, collaboration with IKC partners, and ensuring safe operations of IT systems within the Observatory's data centre.

The ideal candidate has an IT-related degree (CFGS or equivalent), 2+ years' experience with networks and data centres, proficiency in Python and Unix/Linux, and strong English