AI Systems Administrator - High-Performance Computing

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a cutting-edge AI research institution in Soweto, Gauteng, to hire an AI Systems Administrator. You will manage HPC clusters, GPUs, and AI workloads, ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance.

The role requires Linux administration expertise, HPC experience, and scripting skills to automate provisioning and operations. You'll collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to maintain a robust compute environment that accelerates research while staying

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 3 years in Linux admin with HPC focus.
• Strong server hardware, networking, and storage knowledge.
• Experience with Slurm or PBS cluster managers.
• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and GPU computing (CUDA).
• Scripting in Bash, Python, or Ansible.
• Excellent troubleshooting and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize HPC clusters, including compute nodes, storage systems, and networking.
• Install, configure, and manage AI/ML software frameworks and libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, CUDA).
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and improve efficiency.
• Provide technical support for AI researchers and engineers using HPC.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and resource allocation.
• Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Stay current with HPC and AI hardware advancements.
• Develop automation scripts for provisioning and configuration management.

Skills

Linux admin

HPC environments

AI/ML workloads

Slurm/PBS

CUDA GPUs

Bash/Python/Ansible

Networking & storage

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in CS/IT

Tools

Slurm

PBS

CUDA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge research institution focused on AI advancements, is seeking a skilled AI Systems Administrator to manage and optimize their High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure in Soweto, Gauteng . This role is critical for ensuring the seamless operation, reliability, and scalability of the computing resources that power our AI research and development efforts. You will be responsible for system provisioning, configuration, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning of HPC clusters, GPUs, and related AI hardware and software. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in Linux systems administration, HPC environments, and a solid understanding of AI/ML workloads. You will work closely with AI researchers and engineers to provide them with the robust computing environment they need to conduct their work. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking AI research by ensuring the underlying infrastructure is efficient and effective in Soweto, Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, maintain, and optimize HPC clusters, including compute nodes, storage systems, and networking.


• Install, configure, and manage AI/ML software frameworks and libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, CUDA).


• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and utilization.


• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for AI researchers and engineers utilizing the HPC resources.


• Manage user accounts, permissions, and resource allocation on the HPC environment.


• Implement and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery strategies.


• Stay current with advancements in HPC, AI hardware, and related technologies.


• Develop automation scripts for system provisioning, configuration management, and routine tasks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Linux systems administration, with a focus on HPC environments.


• Strong understanding of server hardware, networking, and storage technologies.


• Experience with cluster management software (e.g., Slurm, PBS).


• Familiarity with AI/ML frameworks and GPU computing (CUDA).


• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Ansible.


• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge HPC and AI technologies.


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• Collaborative research environment.


• Contribute to impactful AI research initiatives.


• Supportive work setting in Soweto, Gauteng .