RESEARCH COMPUTING SYSTEMS ENGINEER III IST Research Computing

Boston University; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid intersession break

13 paid holidays

University-funded retirement plan

Tuition assistance program

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Boston University is seeking a Research Computing Systems Engineer to enhance the New England Research Cloud project. This role involves automating deployments, developing monitoring capabilities, and identifying system issues, requiring skills in Linux systems, programming (preferably Python), and virtualization technologies. The position offers benefits like paid holidays, retirement plans, and tuition assistance, supporting staff personal and professional growth with a focus on diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience or relevant post-secondary education.
• Experience in Linux systems administration, storage, and networking.
• Programming experience in Linux, especially Python, Perl, C, Bash is a plus.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization and containerization technologies.
• Ability to work with Configuration Management and Revision Control Systems.

Responsibilities

• Automate deployments using a configuration management system.
• Develop automation and monitoring capabilities with programming skills.
• Identify and develop resolutions for system and performance issues.
• Contribute to virtualization and container services design and implementation.
• Support client workflows utilizing NERC and BU RC services.

Skills

Linux systems administration

Storage and networking

Programming in Linux (preferably Python)

Virtualization and containerization technologies

Configuration Management systems

Education

Minimum 5 years relevant work experience or post-secondary education

Tools

Ansible

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking applicants with diverse skills and experiences to join our innovative and inclusive community. Boston University is looking for a Research Computing Systems Engineer to join the development and operational efforts of a collaborative project called the New England Research Cloud (NERC). You will contribute to the design, implementation, operation, and support of advanced Research Computing (RC) services based on technologies such as OpenShift, Kubernetes, KVM, and Ceph. As a member of the Research Computing Systems Engineering team at Boston University, you will collaborate with the Mass Open Cloud Alliance on this project. You will work both directly with other team members, clients, and key stakeholders, as well as independently. This position is partially remote.

You Will

• Automate deployments using a configuration management system.
• Develop automation and monitoring capabilities using programming skills.
• Identify and develop resolutions for system and performance issues.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of virtualization and container services.
• Contribute to the development and support of client workflows utilizing NERC and BU RC services.

Required Skills

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience or relevant post‑secondary education, including a combination of these two.
• Experience in Linux systems administration, storage, and networking.
• Experience programming in a Linux environment, preferably Python. Experience in multiple languages such as Perl, C, Bash is a plus but not required.
• Hands‑on experience and understanding of Linux virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., KVM, VMWare, Openstack, OpenNebula, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Ability to work with Configuration Management systems (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Chef) and Revision Control Systems (e.g., git).
• Boston University offers an excellent benefits package including: Time Off: In addition to PTO and leave policy, BU employees have a paid intersession break and 13 paid holidays. Retirement: University‑funded retirement plan with full vesting after 2 years of eligible service. Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program for yourself and family members. Check out https://www.bu.edu/wellness/ and https://www.bu.edu/hr/part‑time‑employee‑perks/ for more information! Boston University IS&T invests in our staff and their personal and professional growth. We promote staff learning including lunch and learn sessions, an extensive library of online courses, Fun Advisory Board (FAB) arranges a number of events throughout the year and opportunities to engage with peers at NERCOMP and EDUCAUSE events. If you require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the employment application process, please contact the Equal Opportunity Office at 617‑353‑6474.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We, at IS&T, appreciate each individual's knowledge, experiences and insights which enhance who we are, and as our DEIA knowledge and practice grows, we will ensure that our Mission, Vision, & Practices remain equitable and welcoming to all.