HPC/Linux Engineer

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly skilled HPC Linux Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Linux support for laboratory environments to join our team remotely and provide part-time support for one of our programs supporting the FDA CDER Scientific Computing Program.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in managing and optimizing Linux-based HPC clusters, troubleshooting complex computational environments, and supporting researchers and scientists in achieving their project goals.

The role requires a proactive individual who can collaborate with technical teams, assist in HPC system performance optimization, and ensure smooth operation of Linux-based systems for scientific computing workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and optimize HPC clusters, including job schedulers.
• Ensure system availability, reliability, and scalability to meet laboratory computing needs.
• Develop and maintain scripts and tools to streamline HPC operations.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain Linux servers and workstations supporting laboratory research.
• Perform software installations, system updates, and security patching for Linux systems.
• Manage storage solutions, networking configurations, and shared file systems.
• Assist researchers, scientists, and engineers with running computational workloads, debugging software, and optimizing workflows.
• Offer guidance and training to end-users on HPC best practices, job scripting, and Linux tools.
• Implement monitoring tools to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues related to HPC and Linux systems.
• Evaluate new technologies to enhance HPC and Linux capabilities.
• Document system configuration, processes and troubleshooting guides for internal use.

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience:

Active Public Trust clearance is required.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in Linux systems administration and HPC environments.
• 10 years of overall IT experience
• Expertise with job scheduling systems.
• Experience with Linux-based file systems, storage solutions, and networking protocols.
• Proficiency in shell scripting and at least one programming language (e.g. Python, Bash, Perl).
• Familiarity with containerization tools.
• Knowledge of security best practices and compliance in computational environments.
• Understanding of scientific workflows and applications commonly used in research labs.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience with GPU acceleration technologies.
• Knowledge of configuration management tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-starter with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
• Understanding of scientific workflows and applications commonly used in research labs.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.