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DevOps HPC Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$61K - $141K/yr

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... s HPC Engineer The Opportunity: As a DevOps engineer, you know how to set up cloud environments and provision computer networking, storage, and virtual networks-ultimately, howto "harness the cloud ...

Maintain and administer on-premises HPC resources. * Advocate for engineering and computing needs with the company-wide IT department. What you need: * Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering ...

HPC DevOps Engineer

Chapel Hill, NC

$45 - $61.50/hr

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The position requires expertise with Linux operating systems and the ability to engineer, maintain, and troubleshoot large-scale OS deployments for HPC and research-computing environments. The role ...

High Performance Computing Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$147K - $221K/yr

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The HPC Engineer will work across hardware, software, networking, and infrastructure domains to ensure scalable, reliable, and high-performance computing solutions that support next-generation ...

High Performance Computing Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$147K - $221K/yr

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The HPC Engineer will work across hardware, software, networking, and infrastructure domains to ensure scalable, reliable, and high-performance computing solutions that support next-generation ...

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The HPC Software Engineer will design, implement, and optimize parallel programming methods within simulation software, collaborating with experts to enhance performance and scalability across ...

Cloud HPC Engineer

Walnut Creek, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $200K/yr

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S. for materials RnD ( and looking for Senior Engineers excited about bridging the gap between materials/chemistry, data science, and computer science to help us develop a software framework for ...

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How much do hpc engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for hpc engineer in the United States is $107,956.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,500.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an HPC engineer?

To thrive as an HPC Engineer, you need a solid background in computer science, mathematics, or a related field, with expertise in parallel computing, Linux systems, and high-performance cluster management. Proficiency with job schedulers (like SLURM or PBS), programming languages such as C/C++ or Python, and experience with distributed file systems are highly valuable, and certifications in relevant areas can enhance your qualifications. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you work efficiently within technical teams and explain complex concepts to non-experts. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability of computing systems in scientific and enterprise settings.

What are some of the common challenges faced by HPC engineers in their day-to-day work?

HPC Engineers often encounter challenges such as optimizing performance for complex workloads, troubleshooting system failures, and efficiently managing large-scale infrastructures. You may be required to balance the needs of multiple users and projects, quickly address hardware or software issues, and stay ahead of evolving technologies. Collaboration with researchers, IT staff, and software developers is key to designing robust solutions. Overcoming these challenges helps improve computational efficiency and supports critical research and business objectives.

What does an HPC engineer do?

An HPC (High-Performance Computing) Engineer designs, deploys, and optimizes high-performance computing systems used for intensive computational tasks. They work with parallel computing, cluster management, and performance tuning to ensure efficient processing of large-scale simulations, data analysis, and scientific research. Their role often involves configuring hardware, optimizing software, and troubleshooting issues to maximize system performance.

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Infographic showing various Hpc Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,956 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

eCAP HPC Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

Data Systems Analysts, Inc.

Charlottesville, VA • On-site

$180K - $220K/yr

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eCAP HPC Systems Engineer Charlottesville, VA Apply All hired employees are expected to have experience with Microsoft Copilot and / or an approved equivalent AI solution. Description: This position is located in Charlottesville; VA. DSA will be providing relocation to Charlottesville market.  Data Systems Analysts, Inc. (DSA) is seeking a TS/SCI cleared HPC Engineer to assist users executing computational workloads within secure High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments. The HPC Engineer will work directly with engineers, analysts, and researchers to support job execution, troubleshoot workload failures, and improve the performance and efficiency of compute workloads running on HPC clusters. The Engineer will assist users with scheduler job scripts, application execution, and workload performance troubleshooting while promoting HPC best practices for efficient cluster utilization. This role serves as the primary interface between mission users and HPC platform infrastructure teams. This position requires strong Linux experience, scripting capability, and familiarity with distributed computing environments supporting scientific or engineering workloads. This position is onsite in Charlottesville, VA. Responsibilities: * Provide user support for computational workloads running on HPC clusters in classified and unclassified environments. * Assist users in developing, submitting, and troubleshooting scheduler job scripts for systems such as Slurm or PBS, including resource allocation for CPU, GPU, and distributed compute workloads. * Troubleshoot slow, hanging, or failing HPC jobs including MPI based distributed workloads, GPU jobs, and large scale parallel applications. * Support users compiling and executing scientific, modeling, or data processing applications within Linux based HPC environments. * Provide guidance on HPC best practices for job scheduling, compute resource allocation, and workload performance. * Monitor workload execution patterns and provide guidance to improve cluster throughput and resource utilization. * Develop scripts or tools using Bash or Python to automate common operational tasks. * Maintain documentation and knowledge base articles describing system capabilities, job execution procedures, and troubleshooting guidance. * Support performance analysis of compute workloads to identify inefficiencies or configuration issues. * Coordinate with HPC systems engineers when infrastructure or cluster configuration issues impact workload performance. * Provide responsive on site support for users executing HPC workloads in mission environments. * Maintain source controlled scripting and tools using Git or similar version control platforms. * Assist users with environment modules and runtime environments required for executing HPC applications. Required Education, Certifications and Security Clearance: * BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field * Experience may be substituted for degree * TS/SCI Clearance * Ability to obtain DoD 8140 (8570) IAT Level II certification Required Experience/Qualifications: * Minimum 5 years of Linux experience including command line system usage, scripting, and troubleshooting applications in multi-user server environments. * Professional experience administering or supporting command line Linux systems (RHEL derivatives preferred). * Experience developing scripts using Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages. * Experience troubleshooting software execution issues in distributed computing environments. * Working knowledge of job scheduling systems such as Slurm, PBS, Torque, or similar platforms. * Experience supporting users in technical computing or engineering environments. * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. * Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non technical users. * Active TS/SCI security clearance. Preferred Experience/Qualifications: * Experience as a user or administrator of HPC clusters. * Experience supporting parallel computing frameworks such as MPI, OpenMP, or CUDA based GPU workloads. * Experience supporting scientific or engineering applications requiring large scale compute resources. * Experience using performance monitoring and optimization tools for compute workloads. * Experience compiling applications using C, C++, Fortran, or Python based environments. * Experience working in classified computing environments. * Experience supporting GPU enabled workloads. #DSA209 #LI-KE1 The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate. Actual compensation will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and other job-related factors. DSA - Salary Pay Range $180,000 - $220,000 USD Many of DSA's positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. DSA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. DSA is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. DSA requires background checks , where permitted , by law. DSA is an E-Verify Employer.