Job title: Lead Operating Systems Analyst/Developer – Emory College of Arts and Sciences
Company: Emory University
Job description: Discover Your Career at Emory University:Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Description:KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Emory College is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Linux System Administrator to spearhead technical solutions for our high-performance computing (HPC) cluster platform and service.As a crucial member of our team, you will collaborate with a group of HPC administrators and various technical teams within the college, partnering with Emory faculty to engineer and manage a cutting-edge HPC infrastructure. This role plays a pivotal part in advancing knowledge discovery, addressing complex scientific challenges, and fostering education and training in the latest technology. Is responsible for multi-platform operating systems, utilities, and related software to meet organizational needs. Is responsible for the availability, integrity, and reliability of assigned systems. Makes recommendations on system upgrades and new technologies.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Seven years of Linux systems administration experience OR a bachelor’s degree and five years of Linux systems administration experience, preferably in the context of managing HPC environments. Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet) and LDAP administration are also required.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
- Provides daily support for the HPC environment with a focus on Red Hat Enterprise, Ubuntu, and other Linux operations both on-premise and within cloud computing platforms.
- Develops and updates procedures and guidelines to install, patch, configure, customize, troubleshoot, upgrade, integrate, and maintain Linux operating systems and related software.
- Researches, analyzes and resolves problems, providing root-cause analysis for Linux operating systems.
- Proactively seeks information and utilizes analytical and creative problem-solving skills along with standard processes and technologies resulting in secure use of systems, applications, and infrastructure.
- Demonstrates quality service and accountability in the process of resolving requests, supporting daily operations, and ensuring system stability that results in accurate, timely, and efficient solutions and data as evidenced by meeting customer needs.
- Learning and keeping current with HPC technologies, such as backups, job-scheduling, and parallel file system management.
- Management of physical hardware in on-premise datacenter.
- Requires hybrid on-site presence, lifting, and reaching into tight spaces. Ability to lift 1U servers (approx. 50 lbs) for installation and servicing required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Three or more years of HPC systems experience, including:
- Extensive command-line systems administration/use.
- Building (from source code), installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting application-level Linux and scientific software. Installation of Linux operating system on a variety of hardware platforms. Use of various Linux package management systems.
- Use of HPC resource management tools (Slurm)
- Linux file system management and networking stack.
- Experience writing and debugging Python and Bash scripts for system administration. Experience with log analytic tools such as Splunk.
- Experience with applications such as R, Numpy/Pandas, and MATLAB preferred. Experience with Virtualization software use in a Linux environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Experience with Infiniband networking.
- Experience with Virtualization software use in a Linux environment.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
NOTE: This role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to Emory University on a flexible weekly schedule based upon business needs. Schedule is based on agreed upon guidelines of department. This role requires residency in the state of GA. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture: Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.
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Location: Atlanta, GA
Job date: Sat, 14 Sep 2024 04:56:53 GMT
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