Senior Systems Administrator, High Performance Computing

Cornell University

Ithaca, New York, USA
Base: $107,682.00 - $131,611.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hybrid
High performance computing environment support
Troubleshoot hardware issues
Linux server administration
The Center for Advanced Computing (CAC) at Cornell University seeks a senior systems administrator to design, deploy, and manage high performance computing (HPC) clusters and servers

Job Summary

  • The Center for Advanced Computing (CAC) at Cornell University seeks a senior systems administrator to design, deploy, and manage high performance computing (HPC) clusters and servers.
  • Key responsibilities include leading efforts to implement emerging cloud and storage technologies, designing hardware and software solutions, and maintaining a secure and stable computing infrastructure.
  • Cornell University offers comprehensive benefits including health care, generous retirement contributions, wellness programs, employee discounts, and generous leave provisions.

Matching Summary

The Center for Advanced Computing (CAC) at Cornell University seeks a senior systems administrator to design, deploy, and manage high performance computing (HPC) clusters and servers.

Salary

Base: $107,682.00 - $131,611.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, wellness programs, employee discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High Performance Computing environment support
  • Troubleshoot hardware issues
  • Linux server administration
  • HPC cluster administration
  • Scripting proficiency (Python, shell, Java)
  • Cloud services and virtualization platforms

Nice-to-have

  • Foster a culture of belonging
  • Collaborate with researchers
  • Evaluate future technologies
  • Build and debug scientific software
  • Inclusive and equitable working relationships

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related technical field with at least five years of experience managing Linux servers and HPC clusters, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Working knowledge of cloud services and virtualization platforms
  • Proven experience using compilers to build and debug scientific software installations
  • Demonstrated skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and communication
  • Demonstrated ability to interact collaboratively on shared projects
  • Experience in administration of Linux core services (SSH, LDAP, Samba, NFS, Sudo)
  • Demonstrated scripting proficiency on Linux platforms
  • Demonstrated understanding of interoperability issues
  • Ability to cultivate inclusive and equitable working relationships

Work Rights

Not specified

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