HPC Compute Engineer

Chapman Tate Associates; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment agency is seeking a talented HPC Compute Engineer for a remote role in South Yorkshire. The ideal candidate will design and optimize HPC infrastructure for next-generation software solutions, working closely with cross-functional teams. Essential skills include experience with HPC cluster management tools, Linux administration, and performance tuning. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment focused on advanced computing applications in various sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience managing HPC clusters using tools like Slurm or PBS.
• Proficient in Linux and able to write shell scripts.
• Skilled in tuning performance for large-scale computing systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage HPC clusters.
• Optimise systems for maximum performance.
• Troubleshoot HPC systems and tools.
• Collaborate with developers for software integration.
• Stay updated with emerging HPC technologies.

Skills

HPC cluster management and scheduling tools (Slurm, PBS, Grid Engine)

Linux system administration and shell scripting

Performance tuning for large-scale compute systems

Parallel computing concepts (MPI, OpenMP)

Networking protocols and HPC storage solutions

Tools

AWS ParallelCluster

Azure Batch

Python

C++

Docker

Singularity

Job description

HPC Compute Engineer - Remote (South Yorkshire)

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Are you passionate about High-Performance Computing (HPC) and eager to tackle new challenges in a cutting‑edge software environment? Chapman Tate Associates is partnering with a market‑leading software house to find a talented HPC Compute Engineer to join their innovative team.

Our client develops complex computational solutions that drive advancements in finance, life sciences, AI, and more. Their HPC platforms enable users to solve challenging problems faster and more efficiently.

Your Role:

As an HPC Compute Engineer, you will design, optimise, and maintain HPC infrastructure that powers next‑generation software solutions. You'll collaborate with developers and cross‑functional teams to ensure systems are scalable, reliable, and high‑performing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage HPC clusters.
• Optimise systems for maximum performance and resource utilisation.
• Troubleshoot HPC systems and tools.
• Collaborate with developers for seamless software integration.
• Stay up‑to‑date with emerging HPC technologies and best practices.
• Conduct routine maintenance, updates, and capacity planning.

Essential Skills:

• HPC cluster management and scheduling tools (Slurm, PBS, Grid Engine).
• Linux system administration and shell scripting.
• Performance tuning for large‑scale compute systems.
• Parallel computing concepts (MPI, OpenMP).
• Networking protocols and HPC storage solutions.

Desirable Skills:

• Cloud HPC (AWS ParallelCluster, Azure Batch).
• Programming (Python, C++, or similar).
• Containerisation (Docker, Singularity).
• Experience with machine learning workflows in HPC.