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Digital Preservation Professional

2 weeks ago


Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland beBeeTechnical Full time €35,000 - €42,000

Senior Digital Infrastructure Specialist

This role is responsible for maintaining and strengthening the Archive's digital infrastructure. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the reliability and security of the hardware, software, and network systems that support ingest, digitisation, and preservation workflows.

The IFI seeks to appoint a Senior Archive Technical Specialist to take responsibility for managing and developing technical expertise across the Archive. This senior specialist role reflects the growing complexity and importance of digital preservation activities within the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software, hardware, and networking issues.
  • Develop and implement technical solutions to improve the performance and resilience of the Archive's technical infrastructure.
  • Manage large relational databases, including development languages (e.g., Java) and query languages (e.g., SQL).
  • Lead communication with system integrators, service providers, and vendors to proactively troubleshoot issues and support root cause analysis.
  • Plan and implement the replacement or upgrade of outdated or malfunctioning components.

Requirements:

  • Relevant qualification in Information Technology, Computing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in administering and maintaining complex technical systems.
  • Strong skills in troubleshooting and working with third parties to identify issues and implement solutions.
  • Familiarity with validation protocols for digital preservation (e.g., checksums).
  • Knowledge of digital audiovisual file formats, codecs, and specifications.
  • Proven ability to write and maintain technical documentation.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-specialists.

Benefits:

  • Hybrid and flexible working options.
  • Bike to work scheme.
  • Café discounts.
  • Enhanced sick pay.
  • Film store & cafe bar discount.
  • Free cinema tickets.
  • Pension after 12 months.