AI Systems Administrator

About the role

MCI is seeking a technically skilled, proactive, and detail-oriented AI Systems Administrator to support, maintain, and optimize the infrastructure powering our artificial intelligence and machine learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, configure, monitor AI and ML systems, servers, and cloud environments to ensure optimal performance and uptime.
• Manage GPU/CPU clusters and ensure efficient resource allocation for training and inference workloads.
• Implement and maintain scalable infrastructure to support large language models (LLMs), data processing pipelines, and model deployment.
• Optimize system performance through tuning, automation, and proactive maintenance.
• Apply best practices for securing AI systems, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and compliance with company and industry standards.
• Manage user access, permissions, and security configurations across AI platforms.
• Support the deployment and integration of AI models and APIs into production environments.
• Collaborate with developers, data scientists, and prompt engineers to ensure seamless system functionality and workflow automation.
• Monitor system health, usage, and performance metrics; diagnose and resolve infrastructure or software issues.
• Maintain logs, conduct root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Develop scripts and tools to automate system tasks, data transfers, and performance checks.
• Support CI/CD pipelines for AI model updates and system maintenance.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Provide technical support to AI teams, ensuring smooth operation of all AI systems and tools.
• Stay up to date with advancements in AI infrastructure, cloud technologies, and MLOps practices.
• Recommend and implement improvements to enhance system reliability and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in systems administration, DevOps, or infrastructure management (AI/ML environment experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Linux/Unix administration, Python/Bash scripting, and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins).
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and AI model deployment pipelines.
• Understanding of networking, security, and storage in distributed computing environments.
• Experience with GPU-based computing and performance optimization for AI workloads.
• Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities to work with cross-functional AI and engineering teams.

Qualifications

• All positive, and driven applicants are encouraged to apply.
• Must be authorized to work in the country where the job is based.
• Subject to the program and location of the position.
• Must be willing to submit up to a LEVEL II background and/or security investigation with a fingerprint.
• Job offers are contingent on background/security investigation results.
• Must be willing to submit to drug screening.
• Job offers are contingent on drug screening results.

Skills

• Technical proficiency in AI and ML systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
• Linux/Unix administration and scripting skills.
• Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and model deployment.
• Understanding of network, security, and storage in distributed computing environments.
• Experience with GPU-based computing and performance optimization.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

At MCI, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee wellness programs.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This role is typically full-time, with standard business hours. Remote work is possible for certain positions.