HPC SYSTEMS ARCHITECT

• Architect and oversee the implementation of advanced HPC systems tailored to high-impact applications, including parallel computing and machine learning workloads
• Integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance computational power and capabilities
• Evaluate and select best-in-class hardware and software solutions, optimizing our infrastructure for peak performance, scalability, efficiency, and reliability
• Partner with global teams to establish and enforce architectural standards and best practices across HPC environments
• Ensure seamless interoperability between different systems and teams, creating a cohesive, high-performance environment that aligns with IMC’s long-term business goals

• Develop and deploy solutions to continuously optimize system performance and resource utilization across the HPC ecosystem
• Implement sophisticated monitoring and analytics tools to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks

• Guarantee that all global systems adhere to stringent internal security policies and meet regulatory requirements, with a focus on data integrity and access control
• Lead efforts to implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive data and intellectual property
• Work with stakeholders to satisfy market data licensing requirements and assist in implementing entitlement systems

• Lead and manage the full lifecycle of HPC projects, from concept through implementation, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards
• Oversee resource allocation, budgeting, and timeline management, driving the successful execution of critical projects
• Develop policies for allocating compute time, storage, and networking resources to users based on priority, need, and fairness

• Act as a trusted technical advisor to senior leadership, offering strategic insights on emerging HPC trends and their potential impact on the trading industry
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers, software engineers, and traders to understand computational requirements and translate them into scalable, high-performance solutions
• Partner with global teams to coordinate system design, resource allocation, and parallel project delivery, ensuring the consistent expansion of our global research environment
• Evaluate success based on the HPC environment’s utilization and end-user satisfaction

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 5 years of experience in HPC architecture, system design, or a similar role within a large-scale compute environment
• Deep expertise in the following:
  • HPC system design and optimization
  • Parallel computing
  • Linux systems administration and enterprise storage solutions (e.g., Vast, DDN, Isilon)
  • HPC management tools (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker, Slurm)
  • High-performance processors and compute offload devices (e.g., GPUs, FPGAs)
  • Low-latency network architecture, including high-speed interconnects (e.g., InfiniBand, Ethernet)
  • Datacenter design and optimization
  • AI/ML frameworks and their integration into HPC systems
  • Programming languages such as Python, Bash, C , or similar
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to influence decision-making and align global teams to achieve a unified vision
• Willing and able to undertake extensive domestic and international travel during the first year of employment

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