HPC Linux Engineer

ClusterVision; Schiphol-Rijk; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth and learning opportunities

Autonomy and ownership

Flexible work-life balance

Free office lunches

25 vacation days annually

Job summary

A leading IT service provider in Schiphol-Rijk, Netherlands, seeks a skilled Engineer within the HPC environment to manage installation, configuration, and testing of advanced systems. This role involves supporting customers and improving the software product TrinityX, requiring a solid background in Linux and strong technical skills. Join a dynamic team offering growth opportunities and an informal atmosphere focused on your career development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Linux system administration.
• Experience with networking and interconnect technology.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and test HPC systems for customers.
• Provide technical support and develop skill sets.
• Contribute changes to the software product TrinityX.

Skills

Linux system administration

Problem solving

Networking protocols

Scripting with Bash

Container technology

Education

Bachelor in Computer Science or related fields

Tools

Ansible

JIRA

Docker

Job description

ClusterVision’s mission is to lead the market in full‑service HPC, Storage, Machine Learning, Storage and Cloud Enablement. As the enabler of our customers’ complex IT requirements, their success is our success. Over the last 20 years, we have developed, built and serviced some of the fastest and most complex supercomputers in the world, and have won awards for innovation and technology leadership. With headquarters close to Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and extensive coverage across Europe and the Middle‑East, our team is made up of knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and professional.

What we’re looking for in summary:

• Enthusiastic DevOp, engineer, Linux fanatic
• Strong affinity with anything computers, technology and science
• Requirements: Experience, a good set of brains & energy!
• Traveling around EMEA, finishing onsite installations and contribute to TrinityX
• Full OTE/Benefits package reflecting skills, qualifications and experience

The long story:

As an Engineer within the HPC environment of ClusterVision you are responsible for the installation, configuration and testing of HPC systems. In addition, technical support will need to be provided to our customers. There will be ample opportunity to develop your skills and to take initiative. You will have the opportunity to work with the latest hardware technologies.

The engineer is also encouraged to contribute changes and features to our software product TrinityX.

The engineer is expected to have extensive IT knowledge, knowing Linux is key. The position requires a self‑motivated and independent professional. The engineer must have proven hands‑on work experience with IT operations.

Required skills.

• Bachelor (preferably in Computer Science or related fields).
• Good understanding of Linux system administration with RedHat, Rocky, Alma or Ubuntu.
• Understanding of hardware architectures and experience with figuring out what’s wrong.
• Experience with networking/interconnect technology such as Infiniband or Ethernet.
• Knowledge of storage technologies such as the ext4, xfs or ZFS filesystems, and an interest in learning about HPC/AI parallel filesystems such as BeeGFS, Lustre or GPFS.
• Ability to compile and run application code using GNU compilers.
• Extensive experience with IPA/AD, SElinux, parallel filesystems.
• Certifications – RHCE/RHCA

Nice to have: hands‑on experience with IT operations:

• Familiar with the basics of network protocols, such as TCP/IP and PXE.
• Knowledge about supporting infrastructure such as LDAP, DNS and NFS.
• Working with configuration management tools such as Ansible.
• Managing monitoring systems with tools such as Prometheus, Zabbix, Sensu or Grafana.
• Scripting and tool development using Bash and Python.

Preferred skills

• Working with Issue tracking systems such as JIRA.
• Experience with performance tuning and troubleshooting.
• Working experience in an agile environment.
• Working with Code revision systems: Git (and related products/projects such as Gitlab, Gitea, gitolite, Github)
• Working with continuous testing and deployment systems.
• Working with container technology such as Docker or Singularity (etc).

Other skills and characteristics you will need in this job:

• Capable of following written instructions and documented procedures.
• Team player who works productively with a wide range of people.
• A passion for technology.
• A high degree of self‑motivation and a “can‑do” philosophy.
• Problem solving!

The Offer

ClusterVision offers an informal working atmosphere with energetic people who enjoy being part of a rapidly growing and successful organisation. We have an open management culture in which we encourage all colleagues to contribute to the process of improving our products, services and processes. We offer competitive pay packages, but more importantly, a fun and exciting place to work where you can develop your skills and build a career.

At ClusterVision, we believe in fostering an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally. Here’s what’s in it for you when you join our team:

• Growth and Learning Opportunities: We’re committed to your development and offer ample opportunities for growth, whether it’s through mentorship programmes, training sessions, or hands‑on experience.
• Autonomy and Ownership: You’ll have the autonomy and ownership to shape and advance your own ways of working, empowering you to make a real impact in your role.
• Flexibility and Work‑Life Balance: We understand the importance of flexibility and maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Our hybrid work model, with three office days and two working from home days per week, ensures that you have the flexibility you need to thrive.
• Perks and Benefits: Enjoy perks like free office lunches, Friday drinks, commute allowance, and competitive pay along with holiday money and additional benefits that we’ll discuss further during the hiring process.
• Vacation Days: You’ll receive 25 vacation days annually to recharge and rejuvenate.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, IT System Operations and Maintenance

How to apply

Send in your CV and motivation letter to [e-mail]. Emails without CV and/or LinkedIn link plus motivation will be ignored!