research Computing and Systems Administrator

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO, United States
1 day ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Secure Shell (SSH) HTML JavaScript (Programming Language) PHP (Programming Language) Artificial Intelligence Ajax (Programming Language) Ubuntu (Operating System) Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) System Configuration Custom Software Database Storage Structures File Systems
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JavaScript Libraries JSON Python (Programming Language) MATLAB Networking Basics Remote Desktop Services Cadence Virtuoso Ansible Responsive Web Design Samba (Software) Server Administration Service Pack Shell Script SQLite SQL Databases TCP/IP Virtual Network Computing Web 2.0 Web Applications Web Standards High Performance Computing Parallel Computation Information Technology Slurm Puppet Ansys Web Api

Job description

Administers and supports high-performance computing research clusters, including Linux configuration, patching, software installation, troubleshooting, and CPU/GPU expansion. Designs infrastructure architectures, coordinates vendors and procurement, develops custom software and web-based tools, and supports researchers with programming and research applications. Reviews and implements technology services while maintaining UNIX/Linux servers, workstations, databases, and cluster-management systems., The research Computing and Systems Administrator performs analysis and design on research computing clusters and assists researchers and students with programming support as needed to meet the specific needs of a given research grant. This position is responsible for designing and implementing domain architectures, determining which server-based services are needed to support the mission of the college, and is an integral part of delivering infrastructure services. This position will also assist in developing and maintaining web-based tools for use by Engineering faculty, staff and students., Engineering Technology Services (ETS) is responsible for the vision and oversight of all aspects of computing in the College of Engineering, with the exception of the physical network infrastructure. Pedagogical uses of technology, research computing, planning for and maintenance of instructional facilities, technical support for faculty and staff, network management, systems analysis, programming, web-coding, and technical training all fall under the purview of ETS. Networked services are provided to over 3500 engineering students, faculty, and staff. Essential Job Duties:

  • Help manage multiple existing High Performance Computing (HPC) research clusters operating in the Scott Data Center to include:
  • Performing programming support as needed to meet the specific needs of a given research grant.
  • Maintaining the systems for software/OS upgrades and security patching.
  • Configuring the systems and performing software installation.
  • Help develop webpages to assist with maintaining the cluster.
  • Working with the ETS Financial Coordinator, Procurement, and vendors to secure the components.
  • Assisting with architecture design by working with potential users such as students, faculty, research staff, and the ETS Systems Group while remaining within the funding allowance.
  • Assist with coordinating vendor(s) during site installation.
  • Assisting researchers with adding appropriate CPU and GPU nodes to the clusters .
  • Provide similar research computing administration for clusters owned by specific research groups.
  • Design and program custom software applications.
  • Review, test and implement new technology services for the college.
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network for UNIX/LINUX servers and workstations.
  • Develop and maintain web-based tools for use by the college.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date. The Department will not sponsor a visa for this position.
  • Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for all new hires).
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Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field; will consider an Associate’s degree and at least 2 years of work experience in computer science or a related field in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.

Minimum Experience:

  • Working knowledge of LINUX system administration including system configuration, NFS filesystems, auto mount, Samba, ssh, and basic networking to include TCP/IP, DNS and DHCP.
  • Experience with all of the following: HTML, CSS, Javascript, SQL, SQLite, and PHP, Python.
  • Strong knowledge of HTML, web standards, design and implementation.
  • Experience creating database structures for applications.
  • Experience working with High Performance Computing systems using Slurm or similar.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with various flavors of Linux to include Debian, RockyLinux, and Ubuntu.
  • Experience with remote desktop, VNC, and shell scripting.
  • Experience with installing and troubleshooting engineering research applications, e.g., Matlab, Cadence, ANSYS Fluent, etc.
  • Experience working with provisioning software such as Ansible or Puppet.
  • Experience with parallel programming in research applications.
  • Experience with AI-powered coding sofware agent.
  • Experience with with Web APIs, AJAX, JSON, and other javascript libraries.
  • Strong understanding of UI.
  • Familiarity with Web 2.0 technologies.
  • Familiarity responsive design.
  • Familiarity with using AI for coding.

Benefits & conditions

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

  • Review our detailed benefits information here.
  • Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
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About the company

Colorado State University is a land-grant institution committed to a 150-year-old mission of access to higher education for the citizens of Colorado and to excellence in teaching, research, and outreach. The campus is located in the city of Fort Collins, the county seat of Larimer County. Fort Collins is a progressive community of approximately 171,000 situated 65 miles north of Denver on Interstate 25. Located at an elevation of 5,000 feet, Fort Collins has a clear, dry climate and generally pleasant temperature throughout the year.

The Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering (WSCOE) at Colorado State University (CSU) consists of about 3,000 students enrolled in BS, MS, and PhD programs, 145 tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty, and over 400 support staff and research scientists. The College is home to more than $100 million in research funding and accounts for more than one-third of CSU’s patents. Its state-of-the-art facilities, including the Powerhouse Energy Campus and a world-class laser center scheduled to open in 2026, provide collaborative spaces for students, faculty, staff, and industry partnerships.

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