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Job Description:
Parsons is looking for an HPC Systems Engineer to join our team! In this role you will support the deployment and sustainment of Linux-based High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster environments used for distributed computer workloads, simulation environments, and GPU-enabled processing.
What You'll Be Doing:
The HPC Systems Engineer will support the build-out, configuration, and sustainment of HPC cluster platforms.
- The role focuses on:
- Cluster platform configuration
- Scheduler administration
- Distributed computer troubleshooting
- Performance analysis across computer, storage, and network layers
- GPU computer workload support
- Automation and operational
Candidates should have experience working with multi-node Linux cluster environments and distributed computer workloads.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Active TS/SCI clearance
- 100% onsite support in Charlottesville, VA
- 10+ years of experience administering Linux systems in enterprise, research computing, or distributed computer environments
- Experience supporting distributed computer environments or HPC cluster platforms
- Experience working with workload schedulers such as Slurm, PBS, Torque, or similar systems
- Experience administering Linux systems through command-line interfaces
- Experience with scripting or automation tools (Bash, Python, or similar)
- Ability to obtain required DoD 8140 (8570) IAT Level II certification
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Administration of multi-node HPC cluster environments
- Experience with parallel or distributed file systems such as Lustre, BeeGFS, or GPFS
- Experience supporting MPI or OpenMP parallel workloads
- Experience supporting GPU-enabled computer environments and CUDA workloads
- Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet
- Experience supporting research, laboratory, or mission computing environments
- Experience supporting systems within DoD/DoW or IC environments
Security Clearance Requirement:
An active Top Secret SCI security clearance is required for this position.This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $112,200.00 - $196,400.00We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/.
Skills Required
- Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI) security clearance
- 100% onsite support in Charlottesville, VA
- 10+ years administering Linux systems in enterprise, research computing, or distributed environments
- Experience supporting distributed computer environments or HPC cluster platforms
- Experience with workload schedulers such as Slurm, PBS, Torque, or similar
- Experience administering Linux systems via command-line interfaces
- Experience with scripting or automation tools (Bash, Python, or similar)
- Ability to obtain DoD 8140 (8570) IAT Level II certification
- Administration of multi-node HPC cluster environments
- Experience with parallel/distributed file systems (Lustre, BeeGFS, GPFS)
- Experience supporting MPI or OpenMP parallel workloads
- Experience supporting GPU-enabled environments and CUDA workloads
- Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible or Puppet
- Experience supporting research, laboratory, mission computing, or DoD/IC environments
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
