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In this role, you manage HPC cluster computer systems, perform software installations, optimize job processing and load balancing, and assist with user and system management in a dynamic environment.
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Your role in the team
- You will independently handle the administration and maintenance of software and hardware for HPC-oriented cluster computing systems (CPU, GPU), as well as general Linux server systems, in collaboration with the HPC teams.
- You perform installations and configurations for various types of software and set up software deployment processes.
- You configure, optimize, and develop job processing, prioritization (e.g., SLURM), load balancing (e.g., Ballast), and monitoring (e.g., CheckMK).
- You design operating concepts and IT services as part of HPC operations, particularly for hpcCluster.nrw.
- You coordinate with the other operator sites and the authorized user sites in NRW’s statewide HPC ecosystem on the operation of hpcCluster.nrw.
- You actively contribute to user support, online documentation, and course offerings.
- You independently implement UDE’s IT security policy on the systems under your care.
- You will contribute to funding applications, the design, and the procurement of future systems.
Our expectations of you
Education
- You have completed a university degree (Master’s) in computer science, business informatics, mathematics, or a related natural science or technical field; or a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related natural science or technical field, together with proven relevant professional experience in Linux server administration; or completed vocational training as an IT specialist and proven several years of relevant experience in Linux server administration; or a Bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related natural science or technical field.
Qualifications
- You have very good knowledge of Linux, particularly in the installation and administration of systems, as well as in managing access rights and directory services. You have good knowledge of shell and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, etc.).
- Ideally, you are confident using project management and version control tools.
- You have an independent working style, strong teamwork skills, and a passion for new challenges.
- You have a friendly manner, a service- and solution-oriented mindset and approach, and a high degree of flexibility and reliability.
- You are highly motivated and interested in familiarizing yourself with new subject areas.
- Very good written and spoken German and English skills (at least C1 in one language and at least B1 in the other).
Experience
- You have experience in cluster management or automated server deployment.
- You have experience with networking technologies, ideally including high-speed networks.
What we offer
- A secure, permanent position in the public sector, with reliable working conditions and a varied, diverse range of responsibilities.
- An interesting and meaningful role with significant scope to shape things, where you will interact with almost every department at the university.
- An attractive working environment with a respectful and appreciative team culture.
- A preferred location with excellent public transport connections and free parking.
- A diverse range of dining hall and cafeteria options provided by the student services organization at our campus locations.
- Attractive discounts through Corporate Benefits.
- A family-friendly university culture (e.g. childcare services for your children, advice on family caregiving responsibilities, etc.).
- A diverse range of training and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible working hours and the option to work from home.
- 30 days of annual leave based on a 5-day workweek, plus additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.
- Fair pay in accordance with the collective agreement (TV-L), including an annual special payment and supplementary occupational pension scheme.
- Extensive sports and health programs (including university sports).
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About your employer
We are one of the youngest universities in Germany and we believe in limitless potential instead of possible limitations. With our 11 faculties, we develop ideas with a future at the heart of the Ruhr metropolis.
- 250+ Employees
- Established Company
- Onsite, Hybrid
- Education System
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