Scientific Computing Facility Manager

EO Austria GmbH is seeking an experienced and visionary Scientific Computing Facility Manager to drive the development of our Scientific Computing Facility. This newly created position offers an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

• Oversee and lead the Scientific Computing Facility, ensuring efficient operations and continuous development
• Devise and implement strategic plans to enhance the facility's capabilities and expand its services in alignment with emerging research needs
• Collaborate with research groups to understand their specific needs, offer expert guidance, and develop tailored solutions to address scientific challenges
• Manage the allocation of computing resources at the High-Performance Computing (HPC) facility, prioritizing based on project urgency and research needs
• Stay updated and remain curious about new trends and technologies in High-Performance Computing (HPC) and IT to continuously expand the facility's expertise
• Coordinate the acquisition of HPC hardware and software, manage licenses, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and regulations
• Oversee and enhance services such as HPC application development, software support, custom hardware configurations, and bioinformatics analyses
• Create and maintain documentation, including knowledge base articles, standard operating procedures, and policies for HPC infrastructures
• Maintain effective communication with external partners, including Austrian and international research institutions and HPC communities

• Completed degree (preferably a PhD) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Strong background in parallel computing, with experience in both CPU and GPU environments
• Proven experience in leading and managing a high-performance or scientific computing unit, ideally within an international research institution
• Strong interpersonal skills with a balanced and diplomatic approach, able to handle high-pressure environments
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively
• Several years of experience as an HPC system administrator or in a similar role and deep knowledge of parallel and cluster file systems
• Hands-on experience with job schedulers such as SLURM or similar systems

• Leadership of a cutting-edge HPC cluster
• Strategic impact on the future of our Scientific Computing unit
• Influence and autonomy to bring your vision to life within the organization
• Innovative work environment with the latest technologies and resources

Remuneration: from € 90.000 p.a. (all-in) depending on qualifications and professional experience