HPC Systems Architect

IMC Trading; Illinois; On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Paid leave

Insurance

Job summary

IMC Trading is seeking an exceptional HPC Systems Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of a global HPC infrastructure. You will drive innovation and deliver scalable solutions for advanced computational needs, including ML workloads, across a high-performance trading environment.

In this role, you will architect systems, optimize performance, manage projects end-to-end, and collaborate with quant researchers, software engineers, and traders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in HPC architecture, system design, or a similar role in a large-scale compute environment.
• Deep expertise in HPC design, Linux administer, HPC tools, GPUs, and high-performance networks.

Responsibilities

• Architect and oversee the implementation of advanced HPC systems for high-impact applications, including ML workloads.
• Integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance compute power and capabilities.
• Evaluate and select hardware and software solutions optimizing for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Partner with global teams to enforce architectural standards across HPC environments.

Skills

HPC architecture

System design

Linux administration

Enterprise storage

HPC management tools

GPUs / compute offload

Low-latency networking

Datacenter design

AI/ML frameworks integration

Programming: Python/Go/C++

Communication skills

Influence decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in CS or EE

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

System Design and Implementation

• 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

The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

Salary Range

$200,000—$225,000 USD

About Us

IMC is a research-driven trading firm where quantitative modeling, machine learning, and engineering shape how modern markets are traded. A stabilizing force in markets since 1989, we provide liquidity across trading venues, delivering the best outcome in value and risk management to investors. Using our own technology and capital, we build proprietary systems and algorithms that operate across global markets. Our researchers, traders, and engineers work as a collective, combining rapid experimentation, advanced infrastructure, and real-time feedback to turn insight into execution and execution into advantage.