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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # HPC Application Manager - **Company:** Columbia Technology Partners - **Location:** Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $7,000.0 - $20,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Performance Management, Linux, General-Purpose Computing on Graphics Processing Units, Issue Tracking Systems, InfiniBand, MATLAB, Shell Script, Enterprise Software Applications, High Performance Computing, Slurm, Servicenow - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c8ab64efed575220 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Customer support ticket management?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification with a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent experience in an HPC or Linux environment) * Hands-on experience managing and supporting applications in a Linux/UNIX command-line environment, including shell scripting * Strong troubleshooting skills across software installation and runtime issues (e.g., dependencies, environment variables, OS-level conflicts) * Experience delivering user support through a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow) in a technical environment * Familiarity with HPC tools and ecosystems (e.g., SLURM/PBS, InfiniBand, GPU computing, or scientific applications like MATLAB) * Detail-oriented, team-focused professional with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly learn and support new technologies, * U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. * Certification Requirements: + DOD 8570 Certification This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph. ## Description Join a mission-focused team supporting the Department of Defense High Performance Computing Modernization Program (HPCMP), where your work directly enables cutting-edge research and development for the warfighter. As an HPC Application Manager, you will own the lifecycle management of a portfolio of scientific and engineering software within a large-scale High-Performance Computing (HPC) environment. Your primary focus will be ensuring these applications are stable, performant, and readily available to users. You'll be part of a collaborative team of system administrators and technical specialists who take a structured, problem-solving approach to maintaining critical HPC infrastructure while delivering high-quality user support., * Install, configure, maintain, and optimize complex software packages across Linux-based HPC systems. * Provide responsive technical support by managing and resolving user requests through a ticketing system (e.g., ServiceNow). * Diagnose and resolve complex application issues, including OS-level challenges such as library dependencies, environment variables, and driver conflicts. * Validate software functionality during system updates, OS upgrades, and new deployments to ensure seamless user experience. * Apply patches and updates to address bugs, improve performance, and remediate security vulnerabilities. * Execute all tasks in alignment with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), including formal change management processes (RFCs). * Partner with internal engineering teams and external vendors to resolve advanced technical issues and improve application performance., Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors: * Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure. * Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry, using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive. * Experience and Qualifications: An individual's experience, education, certifications, and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range. * Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living, in accordance with local and national standards. * Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health, ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team. ## Related Videos - [Running Secure Life Science Research at Scale using Hybrid GPU HPC and Kubernetes 🧬](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100355-running-secure-life-science-research-at-scale-using-hybrid-gpu-hpc-and-kubernetes) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [What if your HR software adapted to you, not the other way around?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100259-what-if-your-hr-software-adapted-to-you-not-the-other-way-around) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Top 6 Hackathons for Developers in 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/263-top-6-hackathons-for-developers-in-2023) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers)