Linux Systems Operations Expert

2 weeks ago


Lemont, Illinois, United States Argonne National Laboratory Full time

About Argonne National Laboratory

Argonne is a premier multidisciplinary research institution where exceptional teams of leading scientists collaborate with industry experts, academic scholars, and government laboratories to tackle critical national issues in clean energy, environmental science, technology, and national security.

Position Overview

The Argonne Leadership Computing Facility (ALCF) is in search of a skilled Linux Systems Administrator to enhance their operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage in the architecture, development, and enhancement of the high-performance computing (HPC) framework at ALCF.
  • Support the deployment, management, and oversight of both experimental and production networks.
  • Contribute innovative ideas for the design and development of novel systems and network utilities.
  • Gain hands-on experience and training in High-Performance Computing.
  • Operate in a hybrid work model, with opportunities for onsite work.

Essential Qualifications

  • Proficient in Linux systems administration.
  • Experience with software installation, management, and utilization, including compilers and resource managers.
  • Familiarity with TCP/IP and related protocols, as well as networked file systems like NFS.
  • Knowledge of system administration tools and programming languages such as Ruby, Python, C, and shell scripting.
  • Experience with configuration management tools, including SaltStack and Ansible.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Capability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Adaptability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Understanding of safe operations within a datacenter, including server hardware management.
  • Physical capability to assist in the installation of racks and servers.
  • Ability to lift up to 20 pounds independently, with assistance for heavier loads.
  • Exemplify Argonne's core values: impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.
  • Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship to comply with federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with Java, particularly in relation to systems like Jenkins, Kafka, or Spark.
  • Knowledge of parallel and distributed file systems such as Lustre or GPFS.
  • Understanding of HPC networking technologies, including Infiniband and Slingshot.
  • Knowledge of MPI and its implementations.
  • Ability to gather site requirements and effectively communicate them to design and development teams.
  • Strong communication skills for presenting ideas, status updates, and technical documentation.

Job Classification

Professional Technical (PT)

Job Profile

Systems Integration Admin/Support 2

Employment Type

Regular, Full-time

Argonne National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.



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