Linux System & HPC Administrator (IT Infrastructure & Operations)

Analog Devices, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Analog Devices, Inc. in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Linux and HPC System Administrator to manage, optimize, and scale enterprise HPC infrastructure supporting semiconductor design workloads.

The role requires 5+ years of Linux administration in large environments, with hands-on HPC workload management (LSF/Slurm), scripting, and cross‑functional collaboration. You will help ensure reliability, security, and performance across on‑prem and cloud components.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Linux system administration in large enterprise/EDA/HPC environments.
• 2+ years administering HPC workload management tools.
• Experience with RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Ubuntu.
• Experience with virtualized environments (VMware, Hyper‑V).
• Proficiency in shell/Python scripting and Linux CLI.
• Strong networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, SSH, NTP).
• Experience with monitoring/logging tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana).

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain Linux OS and applications across bare‑metal and virtual environments.
• Scale and optimise HPC clusters for maximum utilization.
• Monitor, patch, troubleshoot, and tune performance; manage identity services and access controls.
• Support DNS, LDAP, NFS, and web/application servers; ensure reliability and security.
• Handle incident management, root cause analysis, and documentation.
• Support automation, configuration management, and DevOps initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, security, cloud, and HPC teams.

Skills

Linux administration

Scripting (Shell/Python)

Networking fundamentals

Monitoring & logging tools

Batch scheduler experience (LSF/Slurm)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS

Tools

VMware

Hyper-V

Nagios

Prometheus

Grafana

Ansible

Puppet

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About Analog Devices

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Position Summary

We are looking for an experienced Linux and HPC system administrator to manage , optimize and scale enterprise High Performance Computing Infrastructure. The ideal candidate must have 5+ years’ experience in managing Linux environment in large enterprise with 2+ years hands‑on experience in work load management tools like LSF/ Slurm. This role requires strong technical and problem‑solving skills, along with the ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Linux & HPC System Administration
  • Install, configure, maintain, and upgrade Linux OS & applications (RedHat and Ubuntu) across large bare‑metal and virtual environment
  • Install, configure, monitor and optimise HPC clusters to maximise cluster utilisation
  • Perform system monitoring, patching, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
  • Manage enterprise identity services and access controls.
• Infrastructure & Platform Support
  • Support physical, virtual, and AWS‑based Linux environments used for semiconductor design.
  • Manage core infrastructure services such as DNS, LDAP, NFS, and web/application servers.
  • Ensure system reliability, availability, and security.
• Security & Compliance
  • Implement security best practices, system hardening, and vulnerability remediation.
  • Support audits, compliance activities, firewall management, and access reviews.
• Incident Management & Operations
  • Monitor infrastructure health and respond to system issues and outages.
  • Diagnose and resolve batch scheduler workload anomalies, failed jobs, resource issues.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
  • Maintain operational documentation and procedures.
• Automation & Continuous Improvement
  • Develop tools and automation solutions to improve operational efficiency for the infrastructure, especially for HPC environment.
  • Support infrastructure automation, configuration management, and DevOps initiatives.
• Collaboration & Support
  • Work closely with engineering, network, security, cloud, and HPC development teams.
  • Provide technical support and knowledge sharing across the IT organisation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of Linux system administration experience in an EDA/HPC environment.
• 2+ years of experience in administering HPC management tools.
• Experience managing enterprise Linux environments, including RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and Ubuntu.
• Experienced in supporting virtualised environments such as VMware, Hyper‑V, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in scripting (shell/ python) and advanced Linux command‑line administration.
• Understanding of networking fundamentals, including DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, SSH, and NTP.
• Experience with configuring monitoring and logging tools (Nagios, Prometheus, Grafana).

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with cloud platforms, particularly AWS.
• Familiarity with NetApp storage.
• Experience with configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible or Puppet.
• Knowledge of container technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Advanced certifications in RedHat, AWS etc. are a plus.

Soft Skills

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer‑focused mindset.
• Experience with project management and using AI tools to improve productivity is a plus.

For positions requiring access to technical data, Analog Devices, Inc. may have to obtain export licensing approval from the U.S. Department of Commerce – Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the U.S. Department of State – Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. As such, applicants for this position – except US Citizens, US Permanent Residents, and protected individuals as defined by 8U.S.C.1324b(a)(3) – may have to go through an export licensing review process.

Analog Devices is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a culture where everyone has an opportunity to succeed regardless of their race, color, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, social or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, union membership, and political affiliation, or any other legally protected group.

Job Req Type: Experienced

Required Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Shift Type: 1st Shift/Days

Analog Devices Company Overview (Repeated)

Analog Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADI) is a global semiconductor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge. ADI combines analog, digital, AI, and software technologies into solutions that combat climate change, reliably connect humans and the world, and help drive advancements in automation and robotics, mobility, healthcare, energy and data centers. With revenue of more than $11 billion in FY25, ADI ensures today's innovators stay Ahead of What’s Possible. Learn more at www.analog.com and on LinkedIn and X.

Come join ADI – a place where Innovation meets Impact. For more than 55 years, Analog Devices has been inventing new breakthrough technologies that transform lives. At ADI you will work alongside the brightest minds to collaborate on solving complex problems that matter from autonomous vehicles, drones and factories to augmented reality and remote healthcare. ADI fosters a culture that focuses on employees through beneficial programs, aligned goals, continuous learning opportunities, and practices that create a more sustainable future.