Unix Systems Administrator

2 months ago

East Hagbourne, United Kingdom Planet Recruitment Full time
Job Title: Unix Administrator

We are seeking a highly skilled Unix Administrator to join our Scientific Computing team at one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, commissioning, and operational support of high-performance computer and storage systems to support the scientific team.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Design and develop high-performance computer and storage systems to support high data rate detectors and data-intensive computing.
  2. Administer computer systems in compliance with company processes.
  3. Provide technical expertise, advice, and support on high-performance compute and storage systems to science and engineering staff.
  4. Commission and diagnose faults in bespoke computer systems.
  5. Develop automation tools for system administration tasks.
  6. Collaborate with staff and colleagues, including engineers and scientists, at all stages of the development life cycle.
  7. Contribute to the development of processes, associated software development, and data management to support the design and operation of computer systems.
  8. Liaise with and supervise contractors and suppliers of turnkey computer systems and networks.
  9. Maintain a current knowledge of computer systems on other comparable science facilities.
  10. Communicate details of computer systems developments within the organisation and to other projects.
  11. Assist in the preparation of tenders and service level agreements for external suppliers of required services.
Requirements
  1. Ability to take initiative and effectively complete tasks.
  2. Good interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
  3. Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  4. Self-motivated, interested in keeping pace with software testing best practices.
  5. Ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels.
  6. Ability to learn new skills and techniques and apply them effectively.
  7. Flexibility to work some flexible or unsociable hours.
  8. Experience of modern computer systems, common hardware configurations, and their management.
  9. Experience of Linux or Unix operating systems and their administration.
  10. Experience with working on customer/user-facing issues.
  11. Proven experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines for business-critical applications.
  12. Experience of scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Bash.
  13. Experience of working with a cluster computing job scheduler, e.g., Grid Engine or Slurm.
  14. Degree level qualification in computing or science subject, or equivalent experience.

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