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To thrive in an OpenStack role, you need a solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, virtualization concepts, Linux systems administration, and networking. Proficiency with OpenStack components, orchestration tools such as Ansible, and holding certifications like COA (Certified OpenStack Administrator) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help OpenStack professionals work efficiently within collaborative, fast-paced environments. These skills ensure robust cloud deployments, quick resolution of issues, and seamless teamwork essential for successful cloud infrastructure management.

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An OpenStack job typically involves working with OpenStack, an open-source cloud computing platform used to deploy and manage cloud infrastructure. Professionals in this role may be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting OpenStack environments. Common job titles include OpenStack Engineer, Cloud Administrator, or DevOps Engineer, and they often require expertise in Linux, networking, virtualization, and automation tools like Ansible or Terraform. This role is crucial for organizations that rely on private or hybrid cloud solutions.

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A professional in an OpenStack role typically spends their day managing and deploying infrastructure components, monitoring system health, and troubleshooting any service or network issues. They may also automate cloud operations using orchestration tools, apply regular security patches, and coordinate with development and security teams to ensure alignment with organizational policies. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is common, especially when integrating new features or scaling environments. This role offers a dynamic work environment where problem-solving and adaptability are daily essentials.

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Cyber Infrastructure Engineer - Mellon College of Science - High Performance Computing - Pittsburgh

Cyber Infrastructure Engineer - Mellon College of Science - High Performance Computing - Pittsburgh

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA • On-site

$100K - $131K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

Carnegie Mellon University rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

56th of 552 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Applicants: Please be aware that this position is physically located in Pittsburgh, PA and candidates must be willing to be onsite for the role. Unfortunately, this position cannot sponsor and/or take over a visa.
Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world's most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn't imagine the future, we invent it. If you're passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here!
The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC) a joint research center of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, was established in 1986, and for over 30 years has provided university, government, and industrial researchers with access to several of the most powerful systems for advanced computational research, communications, and data storage available to scientists, engineers and scholars nationwide for unclassified research. PSC advances science across a wide spectrum of fields, including artificial intelligence / machine learning, medical imaging, weather modeling, cell biology, and genomics.
PSC is seeking creative and capable individuals to join our highly experienced Advanced Systems and Operations team as our new Cyber Infrastructure Engineer. The successful candidate will collaborate with the research community and key IT staff to create robust solutions by designing and implementing next-generation infrastructure. They will be responsible for planning and managing automations while also maintaining the current PSC resources. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team at the nexus of technology, research, and software development dedicated to helping the scientific community solve challenging and complex problems.
The Advanced Systems and Operations group within PSC is responsible for the integration and operations of computational assets central to this pursuit. We are looking for creative and capable individuals to join an experienced team and continue our part in pushing forward the boundaries of science.
Core Responsibilities:
  • Conceives, designs, implements, administers, optimizes, and monitors existing and future HPC systems and the cyber infrastructure that supports them.
  • Collaborate with research teams and head technology responsibilities for grant implementation.
  • Build relationships with research community and external vendors.
  • Assess and provide advanced technical support to research community for ongoing and future systems and/or application needs.
  • Contribute to best practices, documentation, and published papers.
  • Proactive and reactive performance analysis, monitoring, troubleshooting and resolution of issues.
  • Engineer tools and automations to assist with maintenance tasks.
  • Research and explore next-generation technologies for future implementation.
  • Perform operating system software upgrades, deployments and troubleshooting of the project servers and desktop workstations.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience with Linux systems administration
  • Experience with file system administration.
  • Experience with network switching and routing.
  • Experience with scripting languages (e.g. Python, BASH)
  • Desire to teach, learn and lead for continuing team development.
  • A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Experience writing and/or extending systems administration software (e.g. utilities, libraries, plugins)
  • Experience with parallel file systems (e.g. Lustre, GPFS)
  • Experience in high performance computing (HPC) environment.
  • Experience with configuration management software such as Puppet, Chef, or Ansible for systems and networking.
  • Experience with virtualization management infrastructure such as oVirt, VMWare, KVM
  • Experience with cloud services such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, OpenStack, or Azure.
  • Experience with containerize execution such as Singularity, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Requirements:
  • Successful background check

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.
Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!
For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.
At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it's about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.
Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Job Function
Software/Applications Development/Engineering
Position Type
Staff - Regular
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More Information:
  • Please visit "Why Carnegie Mellon" to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world.
  • Click here to view a listing of employee benefits
  • Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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