HPC Software Engineer II

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S06553P

Position Title

HPC Software Engineer II

Functional Title

High Performance Computing Software Engineer II

Department

High Performance Computing

Salary Range

$85,000 - $105,000 DOQ

Pay Basis

Monthly

Position Status

Regular full-time

Location

Richardson

Position End Date (if temporary)

Posting Open Date

08 / 08 / 2025

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Desired Start Date

09 / 01 / 2025

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director High Performance Computing (HPC) Facilitation, this is a mid-level HPC systems software engineer position with a required background in HPC environments. To collaborate with and support our customers, this engineer must have demonstrated a consultative customer service attitudes in prior roles in similar organizations. Primary responsibilities include install and manage software to support researcher; lifecycle management of software including patching and versioning; tailor the installation and management according to researcher needs while leveraging HPC systems capabilities; train users in the use of software through workshops; prepare software documentation; troubleshoot user software issues; and help with planning of software use in HPC environments. The applicant must have broad industry knowledge of hardware and / or software services involved in building and operating HPC environments.

Minimum Education and Experience

High school diploma with eight (8) years recent applicable experience.

Associate Degree with six (6) years recent applicable experience.

Bachelor's Degree with four (4) years recent applicable experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent with two years of experience in corresponding research services, support efforts, products and technologies.
• Current knowledge of HPC best practice and systems deployment and maintenance.
• Troubleshooting methodology and awareness of industry standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Good technical documentation, architecture diagramming, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage support tickets and prioritize considering varied scope, scale, and technical requirements.
• Familiarity with data center operations fundamentals in networking and power.
• Experienced in Linux operating system for installing and managing software.
• Ability to package scientific software into RPMs, containers (and integrate with Lmod-so users can `module load `).
• Familiarity with Apptainer / Singularity HPC / Docker / Kuberneties.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability :

Other Qualifications

To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Physical Activities

Working Conditions

Additional Information

Remote Notice : After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote / partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. May be required to use personal computer and other standard office equipment. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.

What We Can Offer

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Special Instructions Summary

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