Junior Hardware Engineer

Your future team is waiting! 61N is a fast-growing consultancy specialising in the design and development of critical capabilities in the defence and security sector and the information systems that support them. Our team of more than 70 experts consists of experienced software professionals, most of whom have a strong background in defence and security information systems. You will join a team of top experts and see the concrete impact of your work on society’s security through our projects. Join us in ensuring that national security stays one step ahead. Your role with us We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about electronics, server hardware and practical technical work. You may be at the beginning of your career or, for example, studying electrical engineering, electronics or information technology and keen to apply your skills in practice. In our customer projects, you will work with critical information systems. Your duties include designing, procuring and installing server hardware, as well as electrical, data communications and enclosure work on customer systems. The work may also involve small-scale 3D modelling and printing, documentation, and basic Linux server maintenance. Depending on your skills and interests, the role may develop over time into more demanding server and infrastructure work. You will not be working alone: our skilled hardware professionals will support you and help you learn. The position is part-time, with 15–37.5 working hours per week. Hours are agreed flexibly according to project needs and your circumstances, with a minimum of 15 hours per week. The work can therefore fit well alongside studies. The employment is fixed-term from January 2027 to August 2027. Any continuation after the fixed term will be agreed separately. What we expect from you We do not expect you to know everything already; you will also have the opportunity to learn in this role. We do hope you have an interest in and basic knowledge of the following: Suitable technical education (for example, a Master of Science in Technology or engineering degree), or ongoing studies in electrical engineering, electronics or information technology Basics of electronics and electrical engineering, and an interest in practical installation and design work Basic familiarity with computers, server hardware and their components Interest in data communications, cabling and connections between devices A careful and organised approach to work, and readiness to document your work Initiative, problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn Genuine interest in and hobbies involving electronics, information technology or hardware We are looking for someone who is not afraid to get hands-on, investigate matters independently and find solutions even when there are no ready-made instructions. Experience and skills in the following will be an advantage: Assembling, installing and maintaining server hardware Linux operating systems and their basic use Computer networks and network equipment 3D modelling and 3D printing Electronics design, enclosures and prototype construction Experience purchasing technical components and equipment or working with suppliers We also value personal projects and hobbies. If you have built electronics projects, assembled servers, or designed and 3D-printed your own parts, we would love to hear about them. Please note that your upcoming project requires regular onsite work at our office in the GO21 building in Tampere. Our current projects also require professional-level fluency in Finnish. Employment is conditional on passing an authority security clearance and/or a drug test. We offer you work where meaning is part of everyday life In our projects, you will help build national security and society’s most important digital solutions. We can promise that your work will feel meaningful every day. By joining our team, you will also have the opportunity to help build a new success story. We are in a very interesting growth phase, and you will have a real chance to make an impact. We also offer: Competitive pay, determined by whether the role is an internship or a Junior Hardware Engineer position. Pay for an intern is €14–18 per hour, depending on the stage of studies, experience and skills. Pay for a Junior Hardware Engineer is €19–23 per hour, depending on experience and skills. Comprehensive and varied employee benefits, including sports and culture benefit and lunch benefit A friendly and motivated work culture where support is available and you can influence the journey of a growing company Our recruitment process Could this be the right next step in your career? Apply now and help us ensure that national security stays one step ahead! Our application form is quick and easy: just add your contact details, CV and cover letter. You can also share your GitHub and LinkedIn profiles or add other relevant documents. After submitting your application, you can provide a referee in the system; in this case, we will request a reference by email. You can also activate the Connect feature to tell us more about yourself and receive information about our future vacancies. You can learn more about us on our careers site and LinkedIn. If you have questions about the role or 61N, you can contact Jenna Manninen (jenna.manninen@61n.fi / 0504796629). 61N. A digital pioneer in national security.