HPC Systems Lead & Automation Architect

Durham University; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Senior HPC Technical Manager. This role involves operating and developing the COSMA HPC system while providing expert user support and troubleshooting. Candidates should possess significant experience in Linux and HPC environments, as well as proficiency in OpenStack, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes. The university offers a supportive environment for diverse applicants and values effective communication as a vital skill.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Participation in conferences

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level (or equivalent experience).
• Significant Linux and/or HPC expertise, command-line operation.
• Experience operating in large HPC environments such as DiRAC or COSMA.
• Strong Bash & Python scripting skills.
• Experience providing specialist advice to users and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Operate and develop the COSMA HPC system, maintaining system efficiency.
• Provide expert user support, troubleshooting, and workflow automation.
• Collaborate with UK DiRAC technical support teams for maintenance.
• Lead software and hardware initiatives that shape the future of UK HPC.

Skills

Linux expertise

HPC knowledge

OpenStack

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Bash scripting

Python scripting

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

SLURM

Lustre

Job description

A leading university in the UK is seeking a Senior HPC Technical Manager. This role involves operating and developing the COSMA HPC system while providing expert user support and troubleshooting. Candidates should possess significant experience in Linux and HPC environments, as well as proficiency in OpenStack, Ansible, Docker, and Kubernetes. The university offers a supportive environment for diverse applicants and values effective communication as a vital skill.