HPC Engineer

CGG Services (UK) Limited; Crawley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

22 days leave

Company pension

Wellbeing support

Social events

Cycle to work

Private medical & dental

Relocation/visa sponsorship

Job summary

Viridien is seeking a HPC Engineer to join our global HPC and Digital Platform team. This role combines advanced Linux system administration with shaping next-generation compute platforms and leading technical delivery across regions.

You will resolve complex issues, run PoCs, manage end-to-end projects, and provide 24x7 on-call support on rotation, collaborating with development, security, and operations to ensure scalable, secure infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Several years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.
• Proficiency with automation/configuration tools (Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform).
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration.
• Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).
• Strong project/time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior escalation point for complex Linux issues, delivering expert troubleshooting.
• Lead deployment of new technologies and compute platforms via Jira workflows, ensuring smooth handover.
• Scout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies; run PoCs with a focus on scalability and supportability.
• Manage end-to-end technical projects — scoping, planning, deployment, documentation, and handover.
• Coordinate with global sites on installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Define and maintain IT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and excellence.
• Optimize Linux systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support on rotation for incidents and maintenance.
• Use Jira Service Management and ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.
• Support in-house applications while ensuring policy alignment.
• Balance project delivery with escalation duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate across development, security, and operations to align IT with business needs.

Skills

Linux admin

Docker

Bash scripting

Python

Ansible

Terraform

GitLab

ITSM

PM skills

Education

Bachelors in CS/CE/IS

Tools

OpenStack

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

Terraform

Job description

Overview

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that advances science for a sustainable future. We seek a HPC Engineer to join our global HPC and Digital Platform team. This role combines advanced Linux system administration with shaping next-generation compute platforms. You will lead technical delivery activities, resolve complex issues, and collaborate across regions to support high-performance, scalable infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior escalation point for complex Linux issues, delivering expert troubleshooting.
• Lead deployment of new technologies and compute platforms via Jira workflows, ensuring smooth handover.
• Scout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies; run PoCs with a focus on scalability and supportability.
• Manage end-to-end technical projects — scoping, planning, deployment, documentation, and handover.
• Coordinate with global sites on installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Define and maintain IT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and excellence.
• Optimize Linux systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring.
• Participate in CCRBs and drive continual service improvements.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support on rotation for incidents and maintenance.
• Use Jira Service Management and ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.
• Support in-house applications while ensuring policy alignment.
• Balance project delivery with escalation duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate across development, security, and operations to align IT with business needs.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Several years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.
• Proficiency with automation/configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform).
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration.
• Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).
• Strong project/time management and communication skills.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning.

Desirable

• Experience with DevOps tools (OpenStack, Kubernetes, CI/CD).
• Cloud administration and virtualization experience.
• Certifications (e.g., LPIC-2/3, CompTIA Linux+, ITIL Foundation).
• Knowledge of GPUs, RAID, and HPC clustering technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and bonus scheme.
• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases and flexible holiday program.
• Company pension with generous employer contribution.
• Wellbeing support through Unmind app and flexible benefits platform (discounts, gym, dining, cinema, etc.).
• Regular social events and reward programs.
• Cycle purchase scheme and flexible private medical & dental care.
• Sponsorship of visas or comprehensive relocation packages where applicable.
• EEO statement: Viridien is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.