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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 Summary\nWe are seeking a Senior 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’lllead technical projects, resolve complex issues, and collaborate across regions. Alongside technical leadership, you will have the opportunity to act as a deputy to the HPC Manager, supporting team coordination, stakeholder engagement, and operational decision-making while developing your leadership and management capabilities.\nKey Responsibilities\nAct as final escalation pointfor complex Linux issues, delivering expert troubleshooting.\n\nSupport the Technical Program Manager in team leadership activities, acting as a deputy when required and helping to drive team performance, knowledge sharing, and operational excellence.\n\nLead deployment of new technologiesand compute platforms via Jira workflows, ensuring smooth handover.\n\nScout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies; run PoCswith a focus on scalability and supportability.\n\nManage end-to-end technical projects - scoping, planning, deployment, documentation, and handover.\n\nCoordinate with global sites on installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.\n\nDefine and maintainIT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and excellence.\n\nOptimizeLinux systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring.\n\nParticipate in CCRBs and drive continual service improvements.\n\nProvide 24x7 on-call support on rotation for incidents and maintenance.\n\nUse Jira Service Management and ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.\n\nSupport in-house applications while ensuring policy alignment.\n\nBalance project delivery with support duties in a fast-paced environment.\n\nCollaborate across development, security, and operations to align IT with business needs.\n\nMentor colleagues and represent the team by preparing clear documentation and presentations for technical and non-technical stakeholders.\n\nQualifications:\nRequired:\nDegree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.\n\n5+ years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.\n\nStrong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.\n\nProficiencywith automation/configurationtools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform).\n\nExperience with Docker and container orchestration.\n\nScripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).\n\nStrong project/time management and communication skills.\n\nA proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning.\n\nProven ability to mentor, guide, and influence technical teams, with a demonstrated interest in developing people leadership and progressing towards a management role.\n\nPreferred:\nExperience with DevOps tools (OpenStack, Kubernetes, CI/CD).\n\nCloud administration and virtualization experience.\n\nCertifications (e.g., LPIC-2/3, CompTIA Linux+, ITIL Foundation).\n\nKnowledge of GPUs, RAID, and HPC clustering technologies.\n\nUK Benefits Package:\nCompetitive salary commensuratewith experience\n\nAnnual bonus scheme\n\nInitial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program\n\nCompany pension with generous employer contribution\n\nLife Assurance 4x annual salary\n\nEmployee Assistance Programme\n\nGroup Income protection\n\nWellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health\n\nA flexible benefits platform with numerousdiscount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more!\n\nRegular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year\n\nCycle purchase scheme\n\nOn-site wellness facilities\n\nFlexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes\n\nSponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages\n\nEmployee Referral Scheme\n\nSubsidised canteen\n\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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