HPC Infrastructure Engineer

Overview

On Site
$60 - $80
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Computer Networking
HPC
Linux
Linux+
MPI
Python
Red Hat Linux
Unix Administration
High Performance Computing
Data Analysis
Communication
Optimization
Research
Scripting
System Administration
Parallel Computing
InfiniBand

Job Details

The Senior HPC Infrastructure Engineer will support the design, implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of our High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure. The role blends technical proficiency in system architecture design, Linux - based HPC clusters, high-speed interconnects, and HPC storage solutions, alongside day-to-day system administration. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HPC Operations Engineers, researchers, and IT staff to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure HPC environments supporting complex scientific computations and data analysis.

Professional Competencies

  • Proficiency in Linux/Unix system administration. Familiarity with parallel computing frameworks (e.g., MPI, OpenMP).
  • In-dept understanding of networking concepts, storage technologies, and system
  • performance tuning.
  • Hands-on experience with job scheduling and resource management systems (e.g.,
  • Slurm, Torque, PBS).
  • In-dept knowledge of high-speed interconnects (InfiniBand, Omni-Path) and GPU
  • acceleration is a plus.
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative working style.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent

combination of education and experience. Master's degree preferred.

Experience supporting HPC environments in research or academic settings.

Experience with scripting languages such as Bash and Python.Relevant technical

certifications (e.g., Red Hat, CompTIA Linux+, or similar).

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