System Support Engineer

Overview

Remote
$40 - $50
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

azure
linus
hpc
support

Job Details

Role- System Support Engineer

Location- Remote USA

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Engineer with a deep understanding of High-Performance Computing (HPC), particularly Slurm, and expertise in administering Posit Workbench, Connect, and Package Manager. This role requires strong problem-solving and communication skills to effectively collaborate with developers, system administrators, and end-users.

Key Responsibilities:

Posit Administration: Administer and maintain Posit Workbench, Connect, and Package Manager, ensuring optimal performance and availability.

HPC Management: Install, configure, and manage HPC environments with a strong focus on Slurm.

Linux System Administration: Provide expert-level Linux administration, troubleshooting complex issues and ensuring system stability.

Containerization: Build and manage Docker containers, and possess experience with Kubernetes for orchestration.

Automation: Develop automation scripts using Packer and Ansible to streamline infrastructure deployment and management.

Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues related to HPC, Posit, and underlying infrastructure.

Communication: Effectively communicate technical information to various stakeholders, including developers, system administrators, and end-users.

Essential Skills:

Azure Fundamentals: Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud platform.

Posit Workbench, Connect and Package Manager Administration: In-depth experience in administering Posit products.

Linux Administration: Expert-level proficiency in Linux system administration.

Slurm: Deep understanding and hands-on implementation experience with Slurm.

Kubernetes: Expert knowledge in managing Kubernetes clusters.

Desirable Skills:

Experience in building HPC platforms.

Proficiency in building Docker containers.

Ability to write automation scripts with Packer and Ansible.

Basic understanding of R scripts.

Nice to Have:

Working knowledge of Cgroups.

Experience with software deployment of applications like MATLAB, MONOLIX, NONMEM, and PsN.

Knowledge of Lustre file systems.

Experience integrating decoupled infrastructure components.

Qualifications:

Experience: 8-10 years of experience in a similar role.

Competencies: Digital: Microsoft Azure, SUSE Linux.

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