HPC Architect Leader

VC5 Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

VC5 Consulting in Houston seeks a senior HPC Architect to lead architecture and strategy for high-performance computing systems within a global technology team. You will collaborate with engineering and operations to deliver optimized data-processing workloads and drive innovation in compute technology.

The role requires 8+ years in HPC design and leadership, deep knowledge of CPU/GPU compute, memory subsystems, and interconnects, and a track record of building high-performing teams in a dynamic

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience designing, implementing, and scaling large-scale HPC compute and storage architectures.
• 3+ years of experience in managing and leading an HPC technology team.
• Proven expertise in CPU and GPU-based HPC compute design.
• Deep knowledge of HPC stack: processors, memory subsystems, and high-speed interconnects.
• Strong command of Linux-based HPC environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team of 4–5 architects in design/implementation of next‑gen HPC systems.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging compute technologies to enhance HPC capabilities.
• Drive development of core compute architecture and infrastructure roadmap.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vendors to ensure secure, scalable, cost-effective solutions.
• Influence decisions that improve performance, reliability, and total cost of ownership.

Skills

HPC architecture design

Team leadership

CPU/GPU compute design

Linux for HPC

Memory subsystems

High-speed interconnects

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM (CS/Engineering/Physics)

Tools

Linux

Job description

This role focuses on leading the architecture and strategy for high-performance computing systems within a global technology team. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, including engineering and operations, to deliver optimized solutions for critical data processing workloads. This position offers the opportunity to drive innovation in compute technology and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a dedicated team of 4 to 5 architects in the design and implementation of next-generation HPC systems.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging compute technologies to enhance the company's HPC capabilities.
• Drive the development of the core compute architecture and infrastructure roadmap to meet future demands.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vendors to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and cost-effective.
• Influence decisions that lead to measurable improvements in performance, reliability, and total cost of ownership.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in designing, implementing, and scaling large-scale HPC compute and storage architectures.
• At least 3 years of experience in managing and leading an HPC technology team.
• Proven expertise in designing performance-optimized systems utilizing both CPU and GPU technologies.
• Deep technical command of the HPC stack, including next-gen processors, memory subsystems, and high-speed interconnects.
• Comprehensive mastery of Linux-based environments and the broader HPC ecosystem.
• Location: Houston, TX 77072

This role focuses on leading the architecture and strategy for high-performance computing systems within a global technology team. The successful candidate will collaborate with various stakeholders, including engineering and operations, to deliver optimized solutions for critical data processing workloads. This position offers the opportunity to drive innovation in compute technology and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a dedicated team of 4 to 5 architects in the design and implementation of next-generation HPC systems.
• Evaluate and integrate emerging compute technologies to enhance the company's HPC capabilities.
• Drive the development of the core compute architecture and infrastructure roadmap to meet future demands.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and vendors to ensure solutions are secure, scalable, and cost-effective.
• Influence decisions that lead to measurable improvements in performance, reliability, and total cost of ownership.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Physics.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in designing, implementing, and scaling large-scale HPC compute and storage architectures.
• At least 3 years of experience in managing and leading an HPC technology team.
• Proven expertise in designing performance-optimized systems utilizing both CPU and GPU technologies.
• Deep technical command of the HPC stack, including next-gen processors, memory subsystems, and high-speed interconnects.
• Comprehensive mastery of Linux-based environments and the broader HPC ecosystem.

Additional Details:

• Location: Houston, TX 77072

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of high-performance computing technology while leading a talented team. If you are passionate about driving innovation and enhancing compute architecture.

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