HPC Support Engineer
Who we are...
We are a global marine geoscience and technology business. We are pioneers using ground-breaking technology to study what lies beneath the ocean floor. We help energy companies plan ahead, accelerating responsible use of the planet’s resources. We provide marine seismic data, imaging products and data processing software. Our teams offer unparalleled acquisition capability to our clients, providing them with the tools they need to reduce exploration risks and maximise their production efficiency.
Can you keep our HPC systems running smoothly?
We’re looking for a HPC Support Engineer to join our IT team in Houston. Supporting the day-to-day operation of Shearwater’s high-performance computing infrastructure you will be central to keeping our HPC platforms available and reliable for geophysical processing while building practical, hands-on expertise across the full HPC stack.
- You will support the operation of NVIDIA H200 GPU compute clusters, parallel storage and job scheduling platforms, providing first and second line support to geophysical processing teams both onshore and offshore.
Technically speaking...
- We are looking for an individual who has experience and knowledge of HPC systems with skills in Linux system administration, computer hardware and cloud who can drive change.
- The role includes supporting job scheduling using Slurm and you will be exposed to storage technologies such as DDN and NFS.
- You will also support hardware deployments and follow security and compliance controls relevant to HPC operations, including ISO 27001.
In personal terms...
- You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical colleagues, building trust and good working relationships.
- You’re analytical, curious, and solution-focused, enjoy working independently but also collaborate well across global teams.
- You bring a results orientated approach you take pride in delivering a reliable service and are comfortable working in data centre environments when required.
What does Shearwater offer you?
- A competitive salary and benefits.
- The opportunity to apply and adapt your professional and academic experience for business needs.
- A promise to fill any knowledge gaps with an individual learning plan, in an environment that encourages progression.
- The chance to work in one of the world’s most exciting industries in teams that are diverse and global.
- A culture of transparency and freedom