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Summa

HPC Platform Engineer

Houston, TX · Hybrid

$70 - $90/hr

Configure and optimize parallel file systems (Lustre preferred) * Support GPU and accelerated computing environments * Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues * Manage Linux-based HPC ...

Fuse Engineering LLC

Data Storage Engineer

Laurel, MD · On-site

NetApp & Pure Storage (NAS), Lustre experience is nice to have. Provide technical leadership and is responsible for the development of new storage infrastructure and Information Lifecycle Managment ...

University of Chicago

HPC System Engineer

Chicago, IL

$95K - $110K/yr

... sys (GPFS/Lustre/Gluster); configure, install, tune & maintain: scientific app sw, performance monitoring & optimization tools. Background check incl review of conviction history req'd. Some ...

Que Technology Group

$114K - $153K/yr

High speed shared parallel storage utilizes LUSTRE to provide performant shared storage solutions between two or more HPCs in a data center. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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How much do lustre jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for lustre in the United States is $142,133.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,500.00 and $161,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a professional working as a Lustre, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Lustre roles often encounter challenges such as achieving consistent finishes, managing the chemical properties of different substrates, and maintaining safety when working with high-temperature equipment or hazardous compounds. Staying updated with the latest finishing techniques and regularly calibrating tools can help ensure quality and consistency. Many find it beneficial to network with other artisans or industry experts for troubleshooting and inspiration. Additionally, meticulous planning and thorough documentation of processes can help prevent costly errors and improve overall efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Lustre position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lustre (a professional who specializes in the application or creation of glossy or reflective finishes for ceramics, glass, or metals), you need strong artistic skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of surface finishing techniques, often supported by specialized training in materials science or art. Familiarity with equipment such as kilns, chemical application tools, and safety protocols is typically required. Creativity, patience, and problem-solving abilities are important soft skills that enable success in this craft. These skills ensure durable, aesthetically pleasing results and uphold safety and quality standards in both independent and collaborative environments.

What is a Lustre job?

A Lustre job typically refers to tasks related to the Lustre file system, a high-performance, scalable storage system used in computing clusters. Professionals working with Lustre may be responsible for system administration, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval. These roles are often found in HPC (High-Performance Computing) environments, such as research institutions and enterprise data centers.

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Infographic showing various Lustre job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $142,133 per year, or $68.3 per hour.
HPC Platform Engineer

HPC Platform Engineer

Summa

Houston, TX • Hybrid

$70 - $90/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Title: HPC Platform Engineer

Location: Houston, TX (Hybrid, First 6 Months Onsite)

Duration: 6MO Contract-to-Hire

Work Requirements: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.


Summary

We are partnering with a global high-performance computing and scientific software consulting firm seeking an HPC Platform Engineer to support enterprise energy clients in Houston. This is a consulting-style role where you will be employed by the consulting firm and deployed onsite to support large-scale HPC environments at major energy companies. This position focuses on building, optimizing, and supporting high-performance computing platforms used for complex engineering and scientific workloads.


Responsibilities

  • Administer and support HPC clusters in production environments
  • Configure and tune job schedulers (Slurm preferred)
  • Support distributed multi-node workloads (MPI)
  • Install, upgrade, and maintain HPC infrastructure
  • Configure and optimize parallel file systems (Lustre preferred)
  • Support GPU and accelerated computing environments
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues
  • Manage Linux-based HPC environments
  • Collaborate with engineering and scientific users
  • Support HPC environment upgrades and improvements


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 5+ years professional HPC experience
  • Hands-on HPC cluster administration experience
  • Linux systems administration experience (production environments)
  • Experience configuring job schedulers (Slurm preferred)
  • Experience supporting multi-node distributed workloads (MPI)
  • Experience with HPC infrastructure components:
  • Parallel file systems (Lustre preferred)
  • High-speed interconnects
  • GPU / accelerated computing


Preferred Qualifications

  • Slurm configuration and tuning experience
  • Lustre installation and upgrades
  • HPC performance optimization experience
  • Scripting experience (Python/Bash)
  • Experience with HPC automation tools 


Equal Employment Opportunity

Summa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.