HPC Linux System Administrator

Job Summary

To support NASA's human spaceflight programs, the full-time HPC Linux System Administrator will manage and improve a high-performance computing cluster, administering job schedulers and parallel filesystems while collaborating with scientists and engineers, with remote work considered for candidates demonstrating strong HPC experience.

Key responsibilities:

• Administer an HPC job scheduler and high-speed parallel filesystem, ensuring optimal performance and troubleshooting
• Support containerized HPC workflows and CI/CD processes, enhancing operational efficiency
• Collaborate directly with scientists and engineers to meet the computing needs of various spaceflight programs

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience administering an HPC job scheduler (Slurm, PBS/Torque, or LSF)
• Proven experience managing a high-speed parallel filesystem (Lustre or GPFS)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent certification in a related field
• Experience using containers in an HPC context and building CI/CD workflows
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment and provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency