Scientist (Devops/Sysadmin) Jobs

About Us

We all have our improvement stories to tell. At LIC we believe in constant improvement, never settling and always striving for greatness. We know little improvements can add up to huge gains for our customers, and for our country. We value NZ primary industries and will do what it takes to support and grow our farmer community. We're down to earth and we're a diverse bunch - a mix of super smart scientists, veterinarians, farmers, salespeople and clever marketing folk. We are inclusive and count ourselves lucky to have people from all backgrounds working with us.

LIC is based in Newstead, Hamilton, where we enjoy more affordable housing, relaxed commuting, easy parking and a readily accessible outdoor lifestyle. Our campus is in a rural setting just outside Hamilton and includes a social club, swimming pool, onsite parking, tennis and volleyball courts and a café with great coffee. We also offer extra leave days per year, family leave for new parents, discounted insurance, employee shares scheme, mental health & well-being program, internal training programmes and an employee assistance programme to name but a few - and we're still working on improvements!

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for new DevOps/Systems admin team member to join our innovative Research and Development group. There you will be an integral part of our world-leading research group, with a focus on the application of genetics and animal health to real-world outcomes. If you are excited about using your knowledge of building and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure to enable our research feeds into the development of new products and services, that improve on-farm outcomes.

Based in Hamilton you would be part of a wider Research and Development team who are working in the areas of genetics, genomics, breeding scheme design, animal health, methane reduction, and pasture measurement from satellites.

Applicants will display the following attributes:

• A relevant tertiary qualification
• Experience with data analytics (and building pipelines)
• Strong Linux skills including Systems admin in a Linux environment
• Solid programming skills (especially Python; C++ would be advantageous)
• Pragmatic approach to architecture in a research and development setting
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well within a diverse group
• Excellent DevOps skills (experience in AWS is desirable)

Experience leading a small team or research projects would be an advantage, you will need to be organised and enjoy working across a range of research and business areas.

How To Apply

If you're after a rewarding and social career that offers development, learning and truckloads of exceptional experiences then look no further, you've found it. At LIC we are leading the way and we would love to welcome you to the team.

Click 'apply' to submit your application online.

Job code: 44404

Applications Close: 26/05/2023 or after the appointment of a suitable candidate