HPC Systems Architect

IMC Trading; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

IMC Trading in Amsterdam seeks an accomplished HPC Systems Architect to design, implement, and optimize our global HPC infrastructure for cutting-edge computational workloads.

You will partner with quant researchers, software engineers, and traders to translate requirements into scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance efficiency, reliability, and innovation across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in HPC architecture, system design, or similar role in large-scale compute.
• Experience with HPC optimization, Linux admin, and data center design.
• Strong communication and collaboration across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee advanced HPC systems for high-impact applications including ML workloads.
• Integrate technologies to enhance compute power and capabilities.
• Evaluate hardware and software solutions for peak performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Lead full lifecycle of HPC projects with budgeting and timelines.
• Collaborate with quant researchers, engineers, and traders to translate requirements into scalable solutions.

Skills

HPC architecture

Linux systems

Enterprise storage

HPC management tools

GPUs

Low-latency networking

Datacenter design

AI/ML integration

Python

Go

C++

Communication

Global collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Slurm

Job description

At IMC, we thrive on pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and leveraging cutting‑edge technology to stay ahead in the competitive trading landscape. We are seeking an exceptional HPC Systems Architect who will lead the charge in designing, implementing, and optimizing our global HPC infrastructure, driving innovation, and delivering scalable solutions that empower our advanced computational needs.

Your Core Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee the implementation of advanced HPC systems tailored to high-impact applications, including machine learning workloads
• Integrate cutting‑edge technologies to enhance computational power and capabilities
• Evaluate and select best‑in‑class hardware and software solutions, optimizing our infrastructure for peak performance, scalability, efficiency, and reliability
• Partner with global teams to establish and enforce architectural standards and best practices across HPC environments
• Ensure seamless interoperability between different systems and teams, creating a cohesive, high-performance environment that aligns with IMC’s long‑term business goals

Performance Optimization

• Develop and deploy solutions to continuously optimize system performance and resource utilization across the HPC ecosystem
• Implement sophisticated monitoring and analytics tools to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks

Project Management

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of HPC projects, from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline management, driving the successful execution of critical projects
• Develop policies for allocating compute time, storage, and networking resources to users based on priority, need, and fairness

Collaboration

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership, offering strategic insights on emerging HPC trends and their potential impact on the trading industry
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers, software engineers, and traders to understand computational requirements and translate them into scalable, high-performance solutions
• Partner with global teams to coordinate system design, resource allocation, and parallel project delivery, ensuring the consistent expansion of our global research environment
• Evaluate success based on the HPC environment’s utilization and end‑user satisfaction

Your Skills And Experience

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in HPC architecture, system design, or a similar role within a large‑scale compute environment
• Deep expertise in some or all of the following areas:
  • HPC system design and optimization
  • Linux systems administration
  • Enterprise storage solutions (e.g., Vast, DDN, Isilon)
  • HPC management tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Slurm)
  • High‑performance processors and compute offload devices (e.g., GPUs)
  • Low‑latency network architecture, including high‑speed interconnects (e.g., InfiniBand, Ethernet)
  • Datacenter design and optimization
  • AI/ML frameworks and their integration into HPC systems
  • Programming languages such as Python, Go, C++, or similar
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non‑technical audiences
• Proven ability to influence decision‑making and align global teams to achieve a unified vision

About Us

IMC is a global trading firm powered by a cutting‑edge research environment and a world‑class technology backbone. Since 1989, we’ve been a stabilizing force in financial markets, providing essential liquidity upon which market participants depend. Across our offices in the US, Europe, Asia Pacific, and India, our talented quant researchers, engineers, traders, and business operations professionals are united by our uniquely collaborative, high‑performance culture, and our commitment to giving back. From entering dynamic new markets to embracing disruptive technologies, and from developing an innovative research environment to diversifying our trading strategies, we dare to continuously innovate and collaborate to succeed.