Senior Specialist, Scientific Computing Applications

Merck & Co., Inc.

Hyderabad, India
Hybrid
Linux system administration expertise
Aws cloud platform management
Shell scripting with bash and python
This role involves overseeing the delivery and management of high-performance computing resources to accelerate drug discovery research

Job Summary

  • This role involves overseeing the delivery and management of high-performance computing resources to accelerate drug discovery research.
  • The successful candidate will collaborate with global teams in the US, Prague, and Singapore to develop and maintain HPC applications.
  • Candidates must have a strong background in application support within complex Linux environments and be committed to enabling impactful scientific results.

Matching Summary

This role involves overseeing the delivery and management of high-performance computing resources to accelerate drug discovery research.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Linux system administration expertise
  • AWS cloud platform management
  • Shell scripting with Bash and Python
  • Building and compiling applications from source
  • Environment modules Lmod administration

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Spack and Easy Build package managers
  • Knowledge of AI/ML and Agentic AI concepts
  • Understanding of computational chemistry or bioinformatics
  • Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience in regulated compliance-driven environments

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Minimum eight years of direct experience in application management
  • Proven expertise in Linux system administration and AWS services

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