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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Linux Administrator with HPC in Miami, FL (Florida).
Summary:
We are seeking a Senior HPC Linux Systems Administrator to support High-Performance Computing (HPC) infrastructure, AI computing environments, and scientific research platforms. This role is responsible for administering Linux-based clusters, AI/GPU resources, storage systems, automation, cloud technologies, and enterprise infrastructure supporting advanced research initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
* Administer and support Linux-based HPC clusters and AI computing environments
* Manage HPC schedulers, compute nodes, login nodes, and parallel file systems
* Support AI research infrastructure, GPU environments, and associated tools
* Automate provisioning, configuration management, software deployment, and routine operational tasks
* Install, patch, monitor, and optimize Linux systems, applications, and cloud environments
* Manage storage platforms, including Lustre and other enterprise storage solutions
* Ensure successful backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes
* Troubleshoot complex issues involving servers, storage, networking, virtualization, databases, and applications
* Maintain security hardening standards and system compliance requirements
* Support VMware, VDI, cloud environments, and Windows Server technologies
* Design scalable and highly available architectures focused on performance and reliability
* Create and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures
* Mentor junior staff and provide technical support to end users
REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in a technology-related field or equivalent experience
* 6+ years of Systems Administration experience
* 3+ years of supporting High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments
* Strong Linux administration experience
* Experience with configuration management and provisioning tools
* Experience supporting enterprise storage platforms and backup solutions
* Knowledge of virtualization technologies such as VMware, Hyper-V, or KVM
* Working knowledge of Windows Server administration
Preferred Qualifications:
* Red Hat or equivalent Linux certification
* Experience with Lustre or other parallel file systems
* Experience supporting AI clusters, GPU infrastructure, or research computing environments
* Cloud computing experience
* Experience with scientific, engineering, or research applications
* Linux scripting and automation experience
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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