HPC Support Engineer

Faculty/Directorate

Finance, Infrastructure and Human Resources

School/Function

IT Services

Contract type

Permanent

Location of vacancy

Penrhyn Road

Actual hours

37

Salary from

44,154.00

Salary to

47,896.00

Posted Date

10/01/2025

Closing Date

02/02/2025

Ref No

4356

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We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic HPC Support Engineer to play a pivotal role in the successful migration and operation of our new High- Performance Computing (HPC) cluster. Hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) and leveraging the RONIN Software stack, this cutting-edge facility will drive teaching, learning, and research excellence across the Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment.

In this role, you will provide expert guidance on using the HPC cluster effectively, assisting users in writing and optimising computational jobs, and troubleshooting complex issues. You will also design and deliver engaging training sessions, produce detailed user documentation, and promote the benefits of our HPC resources across the institution.

Collaborating closely with academic staff, researchers, and IT Services, you will ensure the HPC and GPU facilities are optimally configured to meet curriculum needs, enhance student experience, and support innovative research. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of high-performance computing within a forward-thinking institution that values excellence and innovation.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced HPC specialist with a strong understanding of cloud-based high-performance computing systems and their application in academic or similarly complex environments. You will have hands-on expertise with AWS and tools such as RONIN, combined with proficiency in scripting and programming languages such as Python or Bash.

You will be a proactive problem solver, able to optimise computational workflows and deliver efficient solutions tailored to diverse user needs. Your ability to create engaging technical content and deliver effective training will empower students and staff to leverage the full potential of HPC resources.

You will thrive in a collaborative environment, building strong relationships with academics, researchers, and IT professionals. A commitment to delivering exceptional service, along with a passion for technology and innovation, will make you an invaluable asset to our team.

There are few faculties across the UK university landscape as varied in their scope. We teach and research across a wide range of subjects, allowing for real cross-discipline innovation and creativity.

Our lecturers are experts – working at the forefront of their fields and actively engaged in research so they can bring advanced knowledge to their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities include specialist laboratories, a public outreach centre, a specialist virtual reality centre, a rocket lab, and flight simulators. For future scientists and engineers, this combines to create the ultimate real-life space for practical learning. For academic professionals, this all adds up to a truly vibrant, exciting environment in one of the largest and most diverse STEM faculties in the sector.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £44,154 per annum.

In person interviews are expected to be held on 10 February 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Lesley Stigling, Head of Resource & Planning.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students' identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

To apply click on ‘Apply Now'. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email [email protected] or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.