Role: Linux HPC Architect

Location: Dynamic Hybrid (23 days on-site) | Stevenage, Bristol, or Bolton

Salary: Up to £75,000 (depending on experience)

Security Clearance: DV Clearance Required (SC at offer stage to start position)

We are seeking a forward-thinking HPC Architect with deep expertise in storage and infrastructure to define the long-term roadmap of our High-Performance Computing environments. In this role, you will be a key driver in building scalable, high-throughput infrastructure that supports a dynamic engineering community.

As a core member of a multi-national Information Management function, you will bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution. You will manage and maintain complex HPC environmentsincluding compute nodes, storage, and interconnectswhile collaborating with multi-cultural teams to drive cross-functional capability.

• Performance Bonus: Annual bonus of up to 21% of base salary.

• Pension: Competitive scheme with total contributions up to 14%.

• Flexible Working: A commitment to work-life balance and flexible arrangements.

• Enhanced Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave, plus support for neonatal care and fertility treatments.

• Site Amenities: Subsidised meals, free on-site parking, and modern facilities.

• Healthcare Cash Plan: Coverage for everyday healthcare expenses (dental, optical, wellbeing).

• Professional Growth: Dedicated personal development programmes within a values-led culture.

• Roadmap Definition: Define and maintain the long-term HPC architecture roadmap aligned with organizational goals.

• Technology Selection: Evaluate and select emerging technologies across compute, storage, networking, and cloud HPC.

• Governance: Establish technical standards, reference architectures, and best practices for the HPC ecosystem.

• Cluster Architecture: Design large-scale HPC clusters incorporating CPU, GPU, and specialized accelerator-based systems.

• High-Performance Networking: Architect low-latency networking solutions, including InfiniBand, RDMA, and high-speed Ethernet.

• Storage Architecture: Define and implement parallel file systems, object storage, and tiered storage strategies.

• Technical Leadership: Provide high-level oversight and guidance to HPC engineering and operations teams.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal engineers and external HPC vendors to ensure services evolve alongside business needs.

• Technical Passion: A commitment to software-defined data centers (SDDC) and open-source technologies.

• Expertise: Proven experience in designing high-performance storage and scalable infrastructure.

• Communication: Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders and multi-national teams. xbpsjku

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic development environment.