LTI (Logic Technology, Inc.) the Pro People company is a privately held technology solutions provider that offers best in class services to local, national and global organizations. Now after three decades, these initials have come to represent more than just our company name. They've also come to represent our hard earned reputation for Leadership, Technology and Integrity.
At LTI, we believe confident, motivated employees produce superior work, ensuring our existing client relationships continue to run smoothly. LTI actively creates an environment where great professionals want to be. We offer great benefits, interesting work and personal development opportunities.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
We are looking to hire a Senior Systems Administrator to join our High Performance Computing team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully working with Linux operating systems in enterprise environments. Additionally, they should possess strong scripting language skills and demonstrate a keen interest in learning about emerging High Performance Computing technologies.
The candidate's technical proficiency should be complemented by a consultant mindset, including excellent communication skills, a problem-solving mentality, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude in high-pressure situations. Overall, we are looking for a candidate who is excited about being part of a high performing group and will be energized to help the HPC Operations team succeed.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and Configure Cray systems, including the Cray Linux Environment, using tools such as the System Management Workstation.
- Setup, configure, and manage Linux-based compute clusters, including GPU-based compute environments.
- Employ expert-level knowledge of PBS and general job scheduling techniques to optimize workload management.
- Administer and configure UNIX/Linux systems, including setup, configuration, patch management, and security vulnerability remediation.
- Apply high-level programming skills (sh, csh, J2EE, PERL, CGI, HTML, C/C++, Python) and development methodologies to automate system administration functions.
- Troubleshoot and optimize client-side use of Network Attached Storage(NAS) and parallel files systems.
- Integrate, support and maintain key engineering applications on Cray, Linux, and Windows Servers, ensuring their proper functioning and availability for batch users..
- Manage and maintain FlexLM and license management systems on UNIX and Windows platforms.
- Ensure UNIX/Linux systems are kept up-to-date with the latest patches and effectively address security vulnerabilities.
- Provide proficient support and troubleshooting for Infiniband networks and their supporting infrastructure.
- Utilize Docker, container technologies, Kubernetes, and/or Docker Swarm for efficient deployment and management of applications.
- Utilize high-level experience with HP and Dell server hardware, including remote iLo support and base configurations.
- Manage VMWare, VM ESXi, and VDI environments, ensuring their stability and availability.
- Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for escalations related to standard HPC infrastructure and software.
- Collaborate with client management at all levels to provide best-in-class support and address their infrastructure needs.
SOME MUST-HAVES:
- 7+ years of experience with Linux, especially RedHat and CentOS.
- Scripting with Python, Bash, or Perl.
- Experience with license managers, e.g. Flex and RLM.
- Knowledge of virtualization solutions and techniques.
- Experience with batch schedulers (PBS, Slurm, and/or Platform LSF).
- Basic web knowledge (HTTP, XML, CSS).
- Experience in maintaining an enterprise environment with mixed operating systems.
- Interested in learning HPC and growing technically.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Experience working in a virtualized server environment.
WHERE WE'RE LOOKING FOR IT
Must live local: Schenectady, New YorkCurrently 2 days/week on-site in the NY Capital Region.
OTHER INFORMATION
The work hours will be approximately 8:00 am to 5:00 pm EST, depending on workload, with the occasional late night when a tight deadline calls for it. We work for security-conscious clients, thus background checks will be required. Salary dependent upon experience.
Position available immediately.
Senior HPC Administrator