Systems Professional IV - V Job at University of Massachusetts Boston, Boston, MA

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  • University of Massachusetts Boston
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

 

General Summary: 

Reporting to the Director of Research Computing, we are seeking a Linux systems administrator within the “Research Computing Systems Professional” job family series of positions (levels 1 through 5). These are systems administrators who are responsible for implementing and maintaining IT systems supporting research activities. The Systems Professional series is a five-level series that supports research facilitation, research data management, high performance computing, high throughput computing, hosting, and other types of systems administration. Currently seeking applications for a Research Computing Senior Systems Engineer (Systems Professional IV) or Research Computing Systems Architect (Systems Professional V).

The organizational levels in this series include:

  • Research Computing Senior Systems Engineer (Systems Professional IV)
  • Research Computing Systems Architect (Systems Professional V)

 

 

Examples of Duties: 

RC Senior Systems Engineer

  • Lead the planning, building, and configuration of RC systems, including a local HPC cluster, standalone compute and/or GPU systems, Linux workstations and other supporting systems.
  • Set standards for monitoring and maintaining the health and integrity of RC systems
  • Upgrading and patching of RC systems
  • Design and implement robust and secure IT solutions supporting research, including systems that meet data compliance standards (HIPAA, NIST 800-171, CIS Controls, etc.)
  • Define and track performance metrics to ensure efficient use of resources
  • Support and collaborate with researchers and other key IT partners (e.g. Network, Security, Operations, and Client Services)
  • Build and maintain relationships with external vendor technicians and engineers
  • Collaborate with and may provide leadership to other personnel within the RC ecosystem
  • Regularly contribute best practices documentation and knowledge transfer
  • May supervise junior staff or student employees
  • Lead trainings on RC resources, including specific software or tools
  • Provide in-depth consultation with researchers through regular engagements

 

 

RC Systems Architect

  • Provide expert operational knowledge of RC systems, including a local HPC cluster, standalone compute and/or GPU systems, Linux workstations, and other supporting systems.
  • Develop next generation RC architectures to address compute and data intensive research problems
  • Develop enhancements to maintain integrity of RC systems
  • Collaborate with domain researchers regularly and other key IT partners (e.g. Network, Security, Operations, and Client Services) to address future needs
  • Leads and participates with Systems Engineers within the national RC ecosystem
  • Lead trainings on HPC Cluster use, Bash scripting, Python, or other domain specific applications or tools
  • Develop next generation workflows or debug complex issues with a deep understanding of cutting-edge technology, software, or tools

 

 

 

Qualifications: 

RC Senior Systems Engineer

  • Minimum of 9 years’ relevant post-secondary education or relevant work experience, including a combination of these two
  • Broad knowledge of deployment and administration of Linux based RC systems (e.g. HPC Clusters, storage, compute, GPUs, virtualization, networking, database, etc.)
  • Demonstrated team performance skills, customer service mindset, and ability to act as trusted advisor
  • Working Knowledge of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, or other research domains
  • Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Mac, and other common endpoint devices.

 

 

RC Systems Architect

  • Minimum of 11 years’ relevant post-secondary education or relevant work experience, including a combination of these two
  • Broad knowledge of deployment and administration of Linux based RC systems (e.g. HPC Clusters, storage, compute, GPUs, virtualization, networking, database, etc.)
  • Demonstrated team performance skills, customer service mindset, and ability to act as trusted advisor
  • Strong Working knowledge of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, or other research domains.
  • Ability to lead development of specific technologies
  • Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Mac, and other common endpoint devices.

 

 

Application Instructions: 

Please apply online with your resume, cover letter and list of three professional references.

Review of candidates will begin following the application closing date. 

 

 

Only Internal candidates in the Professional Staff Bargaining Unit will be considered during the first 10 business days of the posting.  All other candidates will be considered after that period. 

Salary Ranges for the appropriate Pay Grade can be found at the following link: 

Grade:  Systems Professional IV -- 34  AND Systems Professional V -- 35        

This is an exempt union position.

All official salary offers must be approved by Human Resources.

UMass Boston is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact HR@umb.eduor 617-287-5150.

Job Tags

Full time, Work experience placement, Local area

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