HPC System Administrator (m/d/x)

HITS is looking for a 

HPC System Administrator (m/f/x)

to join the IT services. The main focus of the department is the management of the HITS compute center and network, plus administration and maintenance of all HITS computer systems.  
 
Responsibilites include:

• Installation and maintenance of the HPC environment, including hardware, operating system, network, monitoring, queuing system and scheduling software
• Installation and maintenance of compilers, libraries and end-user software
• User support in HPC and Linux areas, including writing documentation
• Taking part in planning and purchasing of internal HPC resources, as well as in applying for external HPC resources

What qualifies you for this job:

• Degree in Natural Sciences or Computer Science
• Solid knowledge of Linux system administration, including shell-programming and virtualization, in particular on RHEL / AlmaLinux
• Experience in the area of HPC and/or experience with the automated installation, configuration and maintenance of Linux computer farms
• Familiarity with hardware and networks, ideally also with InfiniBand
• Knowledge of parallel programming and cloud computing is advantageous
• Thinking outside the box for finding effective solutions
• Fluency in English, the main working language at HITS

We offer:

• A permanent position
• Option for location-flexible working
• An international and thriving work environment 
• Extensive social benefits, such as: 
  • Subsidized cafeteria meals 
  • Deutschlandticket / Job bike
  • Allowance for further training and career development 
  • Company pension plan and additional health care benefits 
  • Many more individually selectable benefits
  • 30 days of paid vacation 
  • Family-friendly working environment

For any additional information regarding the position please contact Dr. Bogdan Costescu. 
 
The position is available as of August 2025. To apply, please submit the following documents. 

• Cover letter indicating earliest starting date
• Curriculum vitae
• Relevant Certificates/Diplomas 

HITS gGmbH stands for equal opportunities and we strongly believe that our work benefits from inclusive and diverse teams. We are looking forward to receiving your application.