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With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.\nJob Details\nWe are seeking a HPC Engineer to join our global HPC and Digital Platform team. This high-impact role combines advanced Linux system administration with the opportunity to shape next-generation compute platforms. You will lead technical delivery activities, resolve complex issues, and collaborate across regions to support high-performance, scalable infrastructure.\nKey Responsibilities:\nAct as senior escalation point for complex Linux issues, delivering expert troubleshooting.\nLead deployment of new technologies and compute platforms via Jira workflows, ensuring smooth handover.\nScout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies; run PoCs with a focus on scalability and supportability.\nManage end-to-end technical projects - scoping, planning, deployment, documentation, and handover.\nCoordinate with global sites on installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.\nDefine and maintain IT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and excellence.\nOptimize Linux systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring.\nParticipate in CCRBs and drive continual service improvements.\nProvide 24x7 on-call support on rotation for incidents and maintenance.\nUse Jira Service Management and ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.\nSupport in-house applications while ensuring policy alignment.\nBalance project delivery with escalation duties in a fast-paced environment.\nCollaborate across development, security, and operations to align IT with business needs.\nQualifications\nDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.\nKey Skills & Experience\nEssential\nSeveral years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.\nStrong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.\nProficiency with automation/configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform).\nExperience with Docker and container orchestration.\nScripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).\nStrong project/time management and communication skills.\nA proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning.\nDesirable\nExperience with DevOps tools (OpenStack, Kubernetes, CI/CD).\nCloud administration and virtualization experience.\nCertifications (e.g., LPIC-2/3, CompTIA Linux+, ITIL Foundation).\nKnowledge of GPUs, RAID, and HPC clustering technologies.\nWhy work with us?\nCompetitive salary commensurate with experience\nHighly attractive bonus scheme\nInitial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program\nCompany pension with generous employer contribution\nWellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health\nA flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!\nRegular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year\nCycle purchase scheme\nFlexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes\nSponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages\nBank Holiday Swap - our holiday swap program allows you to change it for another day of your choice!\nRelaxed dress code policy\nOnsite Gym Facilities\nLearning and Development\nAt Viridien, we foster a culture of continuous learning and provide tailored training programs through our Learning Hub, designed to enhance technical, commercial, and personal growth.\nWe Care about the Environment\nWe encourage and actively support a strong sense of community, through volunteering and various company initiatives, as well as a strong company commitment to protecting our environment through sustainable solutions, energy saving and waste reduction enterprises\nOur Hiring Process\nAt Viridien, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.\nDue to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.\nWe are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.\nWe see things differently. 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