Research Computing & Systems Administrator

Colorado State University; United States; Sur place; USD 63 000 - 66 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Research Computing and Systems Administrator at Colorado State University supports HPC clusters in the Scott Data Center and assists researchers with programming and infrastructure needs. This role designs domain architectures, installs software, patches systems, and develops web tools for engineering faculty, staff and students.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (or an Associate’s with 2+ years) and strong Linux administration, Python/PHP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; Associate degree + 2 years experience acceptable.
• Working knowledge of LINUX system administration including system configuration, NFS filesystems, auto mount, Samba, ssh, and basic networking to include TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP.
• Experience with HTML, CSS, Javascript, SQL, SQLite, and PHP, Python.
• Experience with High Performance Computing systems using Slurm or similar.

Responsabilités

• Support multiple HPC clusters in the Scott Data Center and provide programming assistance for research grants.
• Manage software/OS upgrades and security patching across systems.
• Configure systems and perform software installation.
• Develop web pages to support cluster maintenance.
• Coordinate with vendors and ETS teams on components and deployments.
• Assist with architecture design and campus collaboration within funding limits.
• Add CPU and GPU nodes to clusters as needed.
• Provide admin for clusters owned by research groups.
• Design and program custom software for research needs.
• Review, test, and implement new tech services for the college.
• Troubleshoot UNIX/LINUX servers, workstations, and networking issues.

Connaissances

Linux administration

Web development

Python

HTML/CSS/JS

Slurm HPC

Networking basics

Ansible

Puppet

AI coding tools familiarity

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Associate’s degree + 2 years experience alternative

Outils

NFS

Samba

SSH

SQL/SQLite

PHP

Python scripting

Slurm

Description du poste

Position Summary:

The research Computing and Systems Administrator performs analysis and design on research computing clusters and assists researchers and students with programming support as needed to meet the specific needs of a given research grant. This position is responsible for designing and implementing domain architectures, determining which server-based services are needed to support the mission of the college, and is an integral part of delivering infrastructure services. This position will also assist in developing and maintaining web-based tools for use by Engineering faculty, staff and students. This posting will remain open until filled, but applications received after the full consideration date may not be reviewed.

Work Unit:

Colorado State University is a land-grant institution committed to a 150-year-old mission of access to higher education for the citizens of Colorado and to excellence in teaching, research, and outreach. The campus is located in the city of Fort Collins, the county seat of Larimer County. Fort Collins is a progressive community of approximately 171,000 situated 65 miles north of Denver on Interstate 25. Located at an elevation of 5,000 feet, Fort Collins has a clear, dry climate and generally pleasant temperature throughout the year. The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCOE) at Colorado State University (CSU) consists of about 3,000 students enrolled in BS, MS, and PhD programs, 145 tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty, and over 400 support staff and research scientists. The College is home to more than $100 million in research funding and accounts for more than one-third of CSU’s patents. Its state-of-the-art facilities, including the Powerhouse Energy Campus and a world-class laser center scheduled to open in 2026, provide collaborative spaces for students, faculty, staff, and industry partnerships.

Essential Job Duties:

• Help manage multiple existing High Performance Computing (HPC) research clusters operating in the Scott Data Center to include: Performing programming support as needed to meet the specific needs of a given research grant.
• Maintaining the systems for software/OS upgrades and security patching.
• Configuring the systems and performing software installation.
• Help develop webpages to assist with maintaining the cluster.
• Working with the ETS Financial Coordinator, Procurement, and vendors to secure the components.
• Assisting with architecture design by working with potential users such as students, faculty, research staff, and the ETS Systems Group while remaining within the funding allowance.
• Assist with coordinating vendor(s) during site installation.
• Assisting researchers with adding appropriate CPU and GPU nodes to the clusters .
• Provide similar research computing administration for clusters owned by specific research groups.
• Design and program custom software applications.
• Review, test and implement new technology services for the college.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network for UNIX/LINUX servers and workstations.
• Develop and maintain web-based tools for use by the college.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position. Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires). This position may occasionally require work outside normal business hours to support critical systems, respond to unexpected service interruptions, and perform scheduled server maintenance and upgrade activities. Such work is expected to be infrequent and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

Supervision:

None

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; will consider an Associate’s degree and at least 2 years of work experience in computer science or a related field in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum Experience:

Working knowledge of LINUX system administration including system configuration, NFS filesystems, auto mount, Samba, ssh, and basic networking to include TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP. Experience with all of the following: HTML, CSS, Javascript, SQL, SQLite, and PHP, Python. Strong knowledge of HTML, web standards, design and implementation. Experience creating database structures for applications. Experience working with High Performance Computing systems using Slurm or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with various flavors of Linux to include Debian, RockyLinux, and Ubuntu.
• Experience with remote desktop, VNC, and shell scripting.
• Experience with installing and troubleshooting engineering research applications, e.g., Matlab, Cadence, ANSYS Fluent, etc.
• Experience working with provisioning software such as Ansible or Puppet.
• Experience with parallel programming in research applications.
• Experience with AI-powered coding sofware agent.
• Experience with Web APIs, AJAX, JSON, and other javascript libraries.
• Strong understanding of UI.
• Familiarity with Web 2.0 technologies.
• Familiarity responsive design.
• Familiarity with using AI for coding.

Salary Range:

$62,700 - $65,700

Employee Benefits:

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

Background Check Policy Statement:

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

EEO:

Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Inspired by its land-grant heritage, Colorado State University is committed to excellence and engagement, setting the standard for public research universities in teaching, research, service and extension for the benefit of the citizens of Colorado, the United States, and the world.

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