HPC Systems Architect

Your Core Responsibilities

• System Design and Implementation
• Architect and oversee the implementation of advanced HPC systems tailored to high-impact applications, including machine learning workloads
• Integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance computational power and capabilities
• Evaluate and select best-in-class hardware and software solutions, optimizing our infrastructure for peak performance, scalability, efficiency, and reliability
• Partner with global teams to establish and enforce architectural standards and best practices across HPC environments
• Ensure seamless interoperability between different systems and teams, creating a cohesive, high-performance environment that aligns with IMC’s long-term business goals
• Performance Optimization
• Develop and deploy solutions to continuously optimize system performance and resource utilization across the HPC ecosystem
• Implement sophisticated monitoring and analytics tools to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks
• Project Management
• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of HPC projects, from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline management, driving the successful execution of critical projects
• Develop policies for allocating compute time, storage, and networking resources to users based on priority, need, and fairness
• Collaboration
• Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership, offering strategic insights on emerging HPC trends and their potential impact on the trading industry
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers, software engineers, and traders to understand computational requirements and translate them into scalable, high-performance solutions
• Partner with global teams to coordinate system design, resource allocation, and parallel project delivery, ensuring the consistent expansion of our global research environment
• Evaluate success based on the HPC environment’s utilization and end-user satisfaction

Your Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Extensive experience (typically 10+ years) in HPC architecture, system design, or a similar role within a large-scale compute environment
• Deep expertise in some or all of the following areas:
• HPC system design and optimization
• Linux systems administration
• Enterprise storage solutions (e.g., Vast, DDN, Isilon)
• HPC management tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Slurm)
• High-performance processors and compute offload devices (e.g., GPUs)
• Low-latency network architecture, including high-speed interconnects (e.g., InfiniBand, Ethernet)
• Datacenter design and optimization
• AI/ML frameworks and their integration into HPC systems
• Programming languages such as Python, Go, C++, or similar
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to influence decision-making and align global teams to achieve a unified vision
• The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.

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