Senior HPC Engineer
Haywards Heath
Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.
Job Details
We are seeking a Technology Integration Specialist to join our global HPC and Digital Platform team. This is a high-impact, senior-level position responsible for advanced Linux system administration, 3rd line support escalation, and the deployment of next-generation compute platforms. You’ll play a key role in delivering cutting-edge infrastructure projects, collaborating with global teams, and shaping the future of our IT standards and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the final escalation point for complex technical issues, providing expert-level troubleshooting and resolution for Linux-based systems.
Lead the deployment of new technologies and next-generation compute platforms into production using structured Jira project workflows, ensuring readiness for operational handover.
Scout, evaluate, and pilot emerging technologies.
Drive Proof-of-Concept (PoC) initiatives for emerging technologies, overseeing evaluation, testing, and integration into production environments, with a focus on operational scalability and long-term supportability.
Lead and manage end-to-end technical projects, from initial scoping and planning through to deployment, documentation, and operational handover, ensuring alignment with business and infrastructure goals.
Coordinate with remote sites to plan and execute installations, upgrades, and infrastructure enhancements.
Define and maintain global IT standards and frameworks to ensure consistency, security, and operational excellence.
Optimize Linux-based systems for performance, availability, and compliance through proactive monitoring and maintenance.
Participate in Change Control Review Boards (CCRB) and drive continual service improvement initiatives.
Provide 24x7 on-call support on a rotational basis for critical incidents and scheduled maintenance.
Utilize Jira Service Management and other ITSM tools to manage escalations, track issues, and document changes.
Support in-house applications and ensure alignment with infrastructure policies.
Balance support responsibilities with project delivery in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Collaborate cross-functionally with development, security, and operations teams to align IT services with business needs.
Qualifications
Degree in any of the following disciplines: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems or related computing subjects.
Key Skills & Experience
Essential
5+ years of Linux administration experience, ideally in an HPC environment.
Strong troubleshooting and IT service management skills.
Proficiency with automation/configuration tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, GitLab, Terraform).
Experience with Docker and container orchestration.
Scripting skills (Bash, Python, Perl).
Strong project/time management and communication skills. A proactive, adaptable mindset with a passion for learning.
