High Performance Computing Architect (Linux)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an HPC Architect to join a department to assist with the design, development, and evolution of high-performance computing infrastructure within a complex engineering environment. Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking on the application button. This role performs the duties of HPC architecture, infrastructure strategy, and system oversight, and reports to the senior leadership team within the Information Management function. Key Responsibilities:
Define and deliver the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational objectives
Architect large-scale HPC environments including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems
Design and optimise high-performance networking solutions (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet)
Develop scalable storage architectures including parallel file systems, object storage, and tiered storage
Provide technical leadership and oversight to engineering and operations teams
Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling activities
Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to ensure optimal throughput and scalability
Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices across HPC environments
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align infrastructure with evolving business needs
Support the development of workload orchestration strategies using tools such as SLURM and Kubernetes The ideal candidate would have:
Strong background in high-performance computing environments and infrastructure design
Experience working with open-source technologies and software-defined data centres
Knowledge of HPC software stacks including MPI, CUDA, compilers, and scientific libraries
Familiarity with containerisation and reproducible workload environments
Experience working within large, complex, or multi-national organisations
Ability to influence technical direction and engage with cross-functional stakeholders The ideal candidate must have:
Proven experience designing and architecting large-scale HPC systems
Strong expertise across compute, storage, and high-performance networking
Hands-on experience with HPC cluster environments and infrastructure components
Experience with performance optimisation, benchmarking, and capacity planning
Ability to provide technical leadership and define architectural standards
Eligibility to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:
Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays
Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Access to health and wellbeing support programmes
Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support
Opportunities for continuous professional development and training
Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert!** Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. ** We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. xehkeey Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.
Define and deliver the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organisational objectives
Architect large-scale HPC environments including CPU, GPU, and accelerator-based systems
Design and optimise high-performance networking solutions (InfiniBand, RDMA, high-speed Ethernet)
Develop scalable storage architectures including parallel file systems, object storage, and tiered storage
Provide technical leadership and oversight to engineering and operations teams
Lead performance benchmarking, capacity planning, and workload modelling activities
Identify and resolve system bottlenecks to ensure optimal throughput and scalability
Establish standards, reference architectures, and best practices across HPC environments
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to align infrastructure with evolving business needs
Support the development of workload orchestration strategies using tools such as SLURM and Kubernetes The ideal candidate would have:
Strong background in high-performance computing environments and infrastructure design
Experience working with open-source technologies and software-defined data centres
Knowledge of HPC software stacks including MPI, CUDA, compilers, and scientific libraries
Familiarity with containerisation and reproducible workload environments
Experience working within large, complex, or multi-national organisations
Ability to influence technical direction and engage with cross-functional stakeholders The ideal candidate must have:
Proven experience designing and architecting large-scale HPC systems
Strong expertise across compute, storage, and high-performance networking
Hands-on experience with HPC cluster environments and infrastructure components
Experience with performance optimisation, benchmarking, and capacity planning
Ability to provide technical leadership and define architectural standards
Eligibility to obtain and maintain high-level security clearance This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:
Generous annual leave entitlement plus public holidays
Local Government Pension Scheme with strong employer contributions
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Access to health and wellbeing support programmes
Employee assistance programme offering confidential advice and support
Opportunities for continuous professional development and training
Discounts and benefits platform for retail, travel, and lifestyle If this role looks like your next challenge, please contact Jamie ASAP or apply via this advert!** Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship (without limitations) / Dual Nationality (inclusive of British Citizenship) will be considered. ** We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time but if you haven't heard back within 10 days, please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position, or the position has been filled. xehkeey Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.