About Us
Parallel Works is a Chicago-based startup focused on technical computing for science, engineering and business applications. The Parallel Works ACTIVATE SaaS platform makes high performance computing (HPC) workflows easy, fast and collaborative on hybrid cloud and supercomputing environments. The platform acts as middleware between these wide ranges of computing resources and allows organizations to leverage their resource, billing and user hierarchies in a uniform way. Our customers range from small and nimble startups and research organizations creating innovative computing and ML pipelines to the world’s leading flood modeling engineers to government weather and defense agencies to global automotive suppliers.
The Role
In your role as Project Manager you will lead and coordinate projects in High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in HPC, an understanding of computational workflows, and proven experience in managing complex technical projects. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Software and HPC engineers, research scientists, IT professionals, and stakeholders, to deliver HPC projects on time, within scope, and on budget.
Responsibilities
- Define project objectives, scope, timelines, and deliverables for HPC projects.
- Develop detailed project plans, coordinate team schedules, and ensure timely completion of milestones.
- Track project progress and adjust plans as necessary to ensure successful delivery.
- Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including researchers, engineers, and executive sponsors.
- Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth and reliable project execution.
- Communicate project updates, risks, and impacts clearly and effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
- Collaborate with teams to prioritize requirements and allocate resources effectively.
- Work with technical teams to ensure projects meet performance standards and industry requirements.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project outcomes and efficiency.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including technical specifications, progress reports, and post-project evaluations.
Required Experience
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 5+ years of project management experience, preferably in an HPC or high-performance technical environment.
- Experience managing projects related to HPC and web software Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., JIRA, MS Project).
- Certification in Project Management (PMP, PMI-ACP, etc.) is a plus.
- Coding Experience is a plus.
Parallel Works is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. As part of our standard hiring process for new employees, employment with Parallel Works will be contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive technical evaluation and a background check.
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What We Do
The story of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 isn’t really about the fire. It’s about what happened next: A remarkable moment when the most brilliant engineers, architects and inventors came together to build a new city. Their innovations – born of passion and practical ingenuity – shaped not just Chicago, but the modern world. What started 140 years ago continues to this day. Chicago’s brightest digital designers, engineers and entrepreneurs are shaping new technologies, disrupting old business models, and resetting the boundaries of what’s possible.
1871 is Chicago’s innovation hub and the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world. It exists to inspire, equip, and support early stage, growth stage and corporate innovators in building extraordinary businesses. 1871 is home to ~400 technology startups, ~200 growth stage companies, and ~1,500 members, and is supported by an entire ecosystem focused on accelerating their growth and creating jobs in the Chicagoland area. The member experience includes virtual and in person access to workshops, events, mentorship, and more. The nonprofit organization has 350 mentors available to its members, alongside access to more than 200 partner corporations, universities, education programs, accelerators, venture funds and others. Since its inception in 2012, more than 850 alumni companies are currently still active, have created over 14,500 jobs, and have raised more than $3.5 billion in follow-on capital.
Come to a place where you can share ideas, take initiative, work hard, grow professionally and, with a little luck, change the world. If that sounds like you, come join us.
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