HPC Engineer in Crawley

Overview

Viridien (www. viridiengroup. com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that advances science for a sustainable future.

We seek a HPC Engineer to join our global HPC and Digital Platform team.

This role combines advanced Linux system administration with shaping next-generation compute platforms.

You will lead technical delivery activities, resolve complex issues, and collaborate across regions to support high-performance, scalable infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Act as senior escalation point for complex Linux issues, delivering expert troubleshooting.
• Lead deployment of new technologies and compute platforms via Jira workflows, ensuring smooth handover.
• Scout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies; run Po Cs with a focus on scalability and supportability.
• Manage end-to-end technical projects — scoping, planning, deployment, documentation, and handover.
• Coordinate with global sites on installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.
• Define and maintain IT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and excellence.
• Optimize Linux systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring.
• Participate in CCRBs and drive continual service improvements.
• Provide 24x7 on-call support on rotation for incidents and maintenance.
• Use Jira Service Management and ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.
• Support in-house applications while ensuring policy alignment.
• Balance project delivery with escalation duties in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate across development, security, and operations to align IT with business needs.

Qualifications

• Essential: Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Several years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.
• Proficiency with automation/configuration tools (e. g., Ansible, Puppet, Git Lab, Terraform).
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration.
• Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).
• Strong project/time management and communication skills.
• A proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning.

Desirable

• Experience with Dev Ops tools (Open Stack, Kubernetes, CI/CD).
• Cloud administration and virtualization experience.
• Certifications (e. g., LPIC-2/3, Comp TIA Linux+, ITIL Foundation).
• Knowledge of GPUs, RAID, and HPC clustering technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and bonus scheme.
• Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases and flexible holiday program.
• Company pension with generous employer contribution.
• Wellbeing support through Unmind app and flexible benefits platform (discounts, gym, dining, cinema, etc.).
• Regular social events and reward programs.
• Cycle purchase scheme and flexible private medical & dental care.
• Sponsorship of visas or comprehensive relocation packages where applicable.
• EEO statement: Viridien is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.
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