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Ford Motor Company Linux Systems Engineer in Helena, Montana
The High Performance Computing team is seeking an energetic and self-driven experienced Linux Systems Engineer to help support and optimize a variety of applications and workflows that require parallel and advanced computing resources. The candidate will be responsible for installing, integrating, implementing, and maintaining Linux-based solutions for a variety of applications in a large batch Linux based HPC environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Profile applications and determine their optimal resource requirement
Participate in the design and implementation of HPC based workflows & solutions
Collaborate with business customers to collect solution requirements
Troubleshoot application failures and help design solutions
Engage application support and development teams to optimize HPC hosted solutions
Design and implement complex systems, using off-the-shelf and homegrown software
Optimize system performance and scalability
Provide technical support to users
Monitor and troubleshoot system issues
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Strong knowledge of Linux operating system
3 years of experience with Linux server administration, including installation, configuration, and maintenance
Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols
Ability to script solutions in languages such as Python, Perl and Bash.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
Good communication and collaboration skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Understanding of distributed computing and message passing concepts
Strong understanding of batch scheduling concepts
Strong understanding of containerization mechanisms and concept
Desired Skills:
Experience maintaining CAE applications in HPC environments
Familiarity with Structures and durability applications in HPC
Familiarity with Cloud concepts and bursting solutions
Experience with large scale storage systems (Lustre, GPFS, NetApp, etc.)
Experience with batch scheduling solutions (PBS Pro scheduling solution or similar)
Familiar with authentication and access control protocols (ADFS, LDAP, Kerberos) is a plus.
Familiar with container orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Requisition ID : 8506