Ctao
The On-Site IT and Software Technician role supports the maintenance and operation of the CTAO-North telescope network software environment, monitoring systems, and on-site IT infrastructure at the La Palma observatory. The position involves collaborating with technical partners, troubleshooting network and software issues, and contributing to the integration of future telescope instrumentation into existing systems. The role requires adherence to safety protocols, documentation of technical processes, and support for the scientific community's access to observatory resources.
CTAO (Cherenkov Telescope Array Observatory) is the international organisation delivering the Cherenkov Telescope Array, a next‑generation ground‑based gamma‑ray observatory. The CTAO Central Organisation coordinates the technological development, construction and operation of the array with the support of countries and an intergovernmental partner. CTA will provide a global facility for high‑energy astrophysics—probing cosmic particle accelerators, transient phenomena and searches for dark matter. The observatory serves the international astronomy community through coordinated instrument development, operations and science programmes.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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