Technical Project Manager, HPC

ZipRecruiter; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Technical Project Manager with a robust background in High Performance Computing. This remote role will involve managing large-scale infrastructure projects and requires strong communication and leadership skills. Ideal candidates will bring over 8 years of experience, particularly with NVIDIA technologies, to ensure successful project delivery across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Technical Project Manager in HPC fields.
• Strong familiarity with NVIDIA HPC products and data center infrastructure.
• Proven communication skills to liaise between teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery in HPC and data center environments.
• Develop project plans and schedules, managing risks and goals.
• Collaborate with technical teams to support infrastructure readiness.

Skills

Project Management

Data Center Operations

Networking

NVIDIA Technologies

Technical Communication

Cross-functional Team Management

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Education

Project Management certifications (e.g., PMP, Scrum Master)

ITIL Foundation certification

Tools

Jira

Asana

Microsoft Project

Job description

Technical Project Manager

Location: Remote

Role Type: Contract

About Our Client

We partner with the world's leading technology manufacturers and maintain the highest levels of certification to bring you hardware and software solutions that drive your business. We are committed to technology innovation, believing that technology can do more than keep your business running smoothly; it can drive your success. We use a proven and innovative approach to help large public and private organizations discover, evaluate, architect, and implement advanced technology.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Technical Project Manager (TPM) with extensive experience in High Performance Computing (HPC) environments, preferably with exposure to NVIDIA technologies. The TPM will lead and coordinate large-scale infrastructure projects, bringing a strong foundation in data center operations, IT infrastructure, and technical program delivery. The role involves working across cross-functional teams to ensure the timely and successful implementation of complex systems.

This position requires adaptability to different shift schedules and the ability to manage highly technical stakeholders and fast-paced project timelines.

Responsibilities

1. Lead and manage end-to-end project delivery within HPC and data center environments.
2. Develop, coordinate, and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, risk logs, and project goals.
3. Manage deployment, upgrade, or integration efforts involving NVIDIA HOX hardware/software, GPU clusters, and supporting tools.
4. Collaborate with system administrators, network engineers, and data center operations to support infrastructure readiness.
5. Drive technical discussions, clarify requirements, and remove blockers for engineering teams.
6. Ensure compliance with security, performance, and operational standards.
7. Maintain clear communication with stakeholders regarding project status, milestones, and risks.
8. Support operational flexibility by covering either morning or evening shifts as needed.

Required Skills and Experience

1. 8+ years of experience as a Technical Project Manager, preferably in HPC or high-throughput computing environments.
2. Strong understanding of data center operations, server infrastructure, and networking.
3. Proven experience managing projects involving NVIDIA HPC products (e.g., DGX systems, CUDA, NVLink, etc.).
4. Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
5. Strong technical aptitude with the ability to facilitate communication between engineering and management teams.
6. Experience working with cross-functional teams including IT, operations, and external vendors.
7. Knowledge of ITIL or similar infrastructure management frameworks is a plus.
8. Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Nice-to-Haves

1. Project management certifications such as PMP, Scrum Master (CSM), etc.
2. NVIDIA Certified Professional or relevant vendor certifications.
3. ITIL Foundation certification.