SYSTEMS ENGINEER - HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING (HPC)

Company: Auburn University
Location: Auburn
Posted on: September 30, 2024

Job Description:

Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number
S3860P

Home Org Name
Office of Information Technology

Division Name
CIO Information Technology

Position Title
Systems Engineer - High Performance Computing (HPC)

Job Class Code
MA45/MA46

Appointment Status
Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term
No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

Are you passionate about technology and eager to support groundbreaking research? Do you have a knack for programming, automation, and systems administration?

Auburn's team of HPC Systems Engineers helps make new scientific discoveries every day. They gain valuable skills and knowledge by working with top research scientists, using advanced experimental systems, solving complex algorithms, and experimenting with cutting-edge computer technology. Apply today to be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference!

We're interested in hearing from all Linux/programming enthusiasts, regardless of experience or background. If you are passionate about technology and eager to support academic and scientific research, we want to hear from you! New graduate bachelor's degree candidates will be considered.

This position is located in Auburn, Alabama and working onsite is a requirement of the job. After completion of probationary period, may work up to 2 days hybrid remote with supervisor's approval.

Why Should YOU Choose Auburn University?

• At Auburn, our work changes lives. We are dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research and scholarship and selfless service.
• Competitive state benefits including retirement plan vesting at 10 years of service, generous leave accrual, and parental leave opportunity.
• Auburn University tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents. Employees can take 15 hours of classes for free, and dependents receive a 50% tuition waiver. About Auburn: Auburn was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama's best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years! Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-for-auburn
  
  It's a Lifestyle: The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development. Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest. We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town. You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham. If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you. If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple: it's time to come home!
  
  Essential Functions
  
  Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
  • Specialized system administration, programming, scripting, and automation tasks as part of the High-Performance Computing team
  • System maintenance and troubleshooting, primarily for Linux operating systems, leveraging industry standards and best practices
  • Monitoring and reporting on system health and status
  • Developing and deploying new solutions as needed
  • Providing technical expertise and support for research software and general HPC system usage In addition, this position will work closely with both IT personnel and end-users from a number of different disciplines and backgrounds. Performs on-call support during evenings, weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    Minimum Qualifications
    
    This position is advertised at two levels:
    
    Associate Systems Engineer (MA45)
    High school diploma and 8 years of relevant experience OR
    Associate's degree and 4 years of experience OR
    Bachelor's degree and 0 years of experience.
    Typical starting salaries for this level is between $54,300 to $63,500
    
    Systems Engineer (MA46)
    High school diploma and 11 years of relevant experience OR
    Associate's degree and 7 years of experience OR
    Bachelor's degree and 3 years of experience.
    Typical starting salaries for this level is between $68,200 to $81,100
    
    Relevant IT experience in the administration of distributed computer systems.
    
    Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
    
    Minimum Skills and Abilities
    • Knowledge of general Linux systems administration, standard CLI commands and tools, and shell scripting.
    • Installation, configuration, and use of common Linux administration tools and software.
    • Basic knowledge of common Linux services, protocols, and ports and their corresponding management, configuration, monitoring, and security.
    • Knowledge of information technology principles and applications, IT system management methodologies, and evaluation and testing of new technologies. Minimum Technology Skills
      
      Minimum License and Certifications
      
      Desired Qualifications
      
      Desired Qualifications
      • Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution
      • Demonstrated skills in creative problem solving and troubleshooting
      • Experience with parallel computing and multi-core \ multi-threaded programming libraries
      • Knowledge of parallel file systems
      • Algorithmic performance analysis and benchmarking
      • GPU programming experience: CUDA, PyTorch, TensorFlow
        
        Posting Detail Information
        
        Salary Range
        $45,300-$94,000
        
        Job Category
        Information Systems/Technology
        
        Working Hours if Non-Traditional
        
        City position is located in:
        Auburn
        
        State position is located:
        Alabama
        
        List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position
        
        Posting Date
        08/12/2024
        
        Closing Date
        
        EEO Statement
        
        AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their website to learn more.
        
        Special Instructions to Applicants
        
        Quick Link for Internal Postings
        https://www.auemployment.com/postings/47707

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