Remote Academic Computing Specialist | Linux & Automation

University-of-Main; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible remote work environment

Professional development opportunities

Travel to campuses across Maine

Job summary

The University of Maine System (UMS) seeks an Academic Computing Specialist to join our IT team supporting the University of Southern Maine's Computer Science & Technology programs. You will maintain Linux-based instructional and research environments, assist with JupyterLab/JupyterHub, virtualization, and container platforms, and develop automation scripts using Python and Bash.

Ideal for an early-career IT professional or recent graduate eager to learn modern infrastructure, cloud services,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, software engineering, cybersecurity, data science, or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience through internships, undergraduate research, student employment, open-source contributions, or significant technical projects.
• Experience supporting computer hardware and software.
• Proficiency with Linux (Ubuntu, CentOS/RHEL, or similar) in a support or administrative capacity.
• Familiarity with system imaging, system administration, endpoint management, cloud technologies, virtualization, and software development.
• Knowledge of at least one scripting or programming language, such as Python, Bash, Java, C++, or similar
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and collaborative skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds to move equipment.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Linux-based instructional and research computing environments.
• Support academic technologies including JupyterLab, JupyterHub, virtualization, and container platforms.
• Develop automation tools and scripts using technologies such as Python and Bash.
• Assist with infrastructure automation, configuration management, and cloud-based services.
• Partner with faculty to implement computing solutions that support teaching and research.
• Support specialized software used in computer science and STEM programs.
• Create technical documentation and provide training and technical assistance to faculty, staff, and students.
• Research and evaluate emerging technologies that enhance academic computing services.

Skills

Linux administration

Python scripting

Bash scripting

Cloud technologies

Automation tools

Documentation

Communication skills

Driver's license

Physical lifting

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

JupyterLab

JupyterHub

Docker

Podman

Ansible

Git/GitHub

Job description

The University of Maine System (UMS) seeks an Academic Computing Specialist to join our IT team supporting the University of Southern Maine's Computer Science & Technology programs. You will maintain Linux-based instructional and research environments, assist with JupyterLab/JupyterHub, virtualization, and container platforms, and develop automation scripts using Python and Bash.

Ideal for an early-career IT professional or recent graduate eager to learn modern infrastructure, cloud services,