Maritime IT Specialist

Permanent employee, Full-time · Rotterdam

This is what you like to do
Come join us in our workshop in Rotterdam to join the team of experienced and hardworking colleagues. In the role of Maritime IT specialist, you will be a key player in the preparation of Simulator hardware and software and the ongoing support of our advanced simulators used by maritime professionals globally. Your technical expertise and customer-focused approach will ensure the optimal performance and reliability of our simulation systems.

Your daily activities will be:
  • Prepare simulation systems for deployment, including hardware and software setup.
  • Provide technical support to customers, troubleshooting and resolving issues promptly.
  • Conduct regular maintenance and updates to ensure simulators remain current and functional.
  • Monitor system performance and make necessary adjustments to enhance reliability.
  • Work closely with internal teams, including commercial, development, product management.
Is this you?
You have:
  • Experience with maritime (simulation) systems or similar technology.
  • A strong understanding of IT fundamentals (networking, operating systems, troubleshooting).
  • Excellent communication skills to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
  • A flexible attitude and a drive to make things work.
  • A Dutch working permit.
You are:
  • Familiar with maritime operations and terminology.
  • Located in the Netherlands.
  • Looking forward to join an experienced and international team.
This is what you want in a job!
  • A professional, informal work environment, in Rotterdam.
  • The chance to work on different international projects.
  • Flexibility with your working hours between 07:00 and 19:00.
  • 25 annual holidays/ 200 holiday hours based on a 40-hour contract. 
  • Competitive salary and benefits.
About us

VSTEP| Enable learning by simulation. VSTEP is a leading developer of ship simulators and virtual training software company based in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. With over 50 dedicated professionals located in the port of Rotterdam, we strive to train people for a safer world. We enable marine and safety professionals to learn and train by simulation in an efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable way to work towards a safer world. With 20+ years of experience and a strong client base all over the world, VSTEP wants to enable learning by simulation on a large scale. We do this by offering a strong NAUTIS product portfolio covering the full learning and training cycle of a maritime professional, and Response Simulator, our virtual training tool for emergency responders. 

Thank you for your interest in VSTEP!
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