HPC Site Engineer to Data Center in Bollnäs

Swedvest AB is a staffing company which specialises in hiring consultants for out of the ordinary assignments with an international angle.

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Site Engineer to be assigned to a Data Center client in Bollnäs. Applicants should be dynamic professionals who are looking for a rewarding future in one of today’s most exciting technologies.

The assignment is set for a duration of 2 years. You will be employed by Swedvest AB and hired to the Client for the full duration of the assignment.

The Client is a provider of High Performance Computing (HPC). The general tasks for the assignment will be:

• Assemble HPC cluster nodes;

• Launch of new instances of HPC cluster nodes;

• Monitor infrastructure to ensure minimal service disruption;

• Testing of PC/Server hardware;

• Troubleshooting of Hardware, BIOS/Firmware and basic Operating System related issues;

• Suggest improvements to hardware and software configuration

QUALIFICATIONS

• Deep knowledge of Linux / UNIX;

• Strong understanding of technical concepts of a computing infrastructure;

• Strong understanding of networks and PC hardware architecture including maintenance and repair;

• Basic command of Russian;

• Basic command of English;

• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions;

• Be able to work in shifts in order to cover 24/7/365

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in use and deployment of Zabbix;

• Python programming language competence;

• Previous work experience in data center

For the assignment as Site Engineer you are expected to have the following specific qualifications.

Education: Bachelor or equivalent degree in IT or sciences

Experience: 3 years of experience in technical management of large scale IT operations

Language skills: English and Russian

Work skills: Deep knowledge of Linux / UNIX, strong understanding of technical concepts of a computing infrastructure, strong understanding of networks and PC hardware architecture including maintenance and repair.