HPC Engineer (Cloud and Infrastructure) at Digital Waffle

Job Specification: HPC Engineer (Cloud & Infrastructure)

Location: (Remote in Europe): Circa 80,000 euros
Company Overview: We are a leading provider of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions, offering HPC as a Service to clients across Europe. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated HPC Engineer to join our team. As an HPC Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, configuring, debugging, and maintaining HPC infrastructure, ensuring optimal system performance.
Role Overview: The HPC Engineer will be responsible for the efficient operation and optimization of our HPC infrastructure. You will work remotely across Europe, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with HPC technologies and cloud infrastructure, particularly with expertise in OpenStack and/Or Nokia SR Linux.
Key Responsibilities:

• HPC Infrastructure Design and Configuration:

• Design, configure, and deploy HPC clusters and systems to meet client requirements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their specific HPC needs and customize infrastructure accordingly.
• Implement and maintain cloud-based HPC solutions.

• System Administration and Performance Optimization:

• Perform system administration tasks, including user management, software installation, and system monitoring.
• Optimize HPC system performance for efficiency and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to ensure uninterrupted operation.

• Cloud and Infrastructure Management:

• Manage cloud infrastructure using OpenStack, including Nova, Cinder, Neutron, and Keystone.
• Monitor and maintain cloud resources to ensure availability and reliability.
• Implement security measures to protect HPC and AI systems.

• Technical Expertise:

• Demonstrate hands-on expertise with Nokia SR Linux or equivalent competitors (please list five alternatives).
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in HPC and AI technologies.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the team.

• Documentation and Reporting:

• Document HPC infrastructure configurations, procedures, and best practices.
• Generate performance reports and recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Proven experience as an HPC Engineer or similar role, with a deep understanding of HPC concepts and technologies.
• Technical proficiency in OpenStack, including Nova, Cinder, Neutron, and Keystone.
• Hands-on experience with Nokia SR Linux or equivalent competitors (Cumulus Linux, Arista EOS, Cisco IOS XR, Juniper Junos, Extreme Networks ExtremeXOS).
• Strong system administration skills and the ability to optimize HPC performance, with a hands-on ability to debug & config.
• Solid understanding of cloud computing principles and cloud infrastructure management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and remotely across Europe.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to varying project requirements.
• Commitment to staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

• Competitive salary of approximately 80,000 euros.
• Opportunity to work remotely across Europe with a dynamic and innovative team.
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities in the HPC and AI field.
• Collaborative and results-oriented work environment.