Senior Scientific Computing Engineer (Cloud Specialist)
Remote in Colombia
Amazon Web Services
& 4 others
Colombia
We are seeking a skilled Senior Scientific Computing Engineer with expertise in High-Performance Computing and cloud computing to support our scientific research activities.
The ideal candidate will have experience in managing and optimizing Linux-based High-Performance Computing environments, as well as proficiency in Amazon Web Services cloud services. This role involves collaborating with various R&D groups to provide technical support and drive continuous improvements in our computing infrastructure. The candidate should be adept at handling both open-source and commercial software across different R&D fields.
Responsibilities
- Support in-silico activities, including the installation, configuration, and optimization of Linux workstations and applications
- Provide continuous improvements and maintenance of the current Linux environments
- Manage and optimize Amazon Web Services cloud resources, including key services such as Amazon FSx for Lustre, EC2, S3
- Collaborate with research teams to understand their computational needs and provide tailored solutions
- Ensure the security, scalability, and efficiency of cloud-based scientific workflows
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in both on-premises and cloud environments
- Handle the compilation, installation, and maintenance of open-source software and commercial applications
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in High-Performance Computing and cloud technologies to recommend and implement improvements
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in managing and optimizing Linux-based High-Performance Computing environments
- Strong proficiency in Amazon Web Services cloud services, particularly Amazon FSx for Lustre, EC2, S3
- Knowledge of cloud architecture, including network design, storage solutions, and security best practices
- Familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or Perl for automation and system administration tasks
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
- Ability to compile, install, and maintain open-source software and commercial applications
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and in a team
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with researchers and technical teams
Nice to have
- Experience with other cloud platforms such as Google Cloud or Microsoft Azure
- Knowledge of bioinformatics or scientific computing workflows
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation
- Certifications in Amazon Web Services or other cloud platforms
- Experience with software tools in various R&D fields such as Drug Design and Molecular Modeling, Genomics and Data Analysis, Pharmacokinetics and Clinical Simulations, and Structural Biology and Imaging
Benefits
- International projects with top brands
- Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
- Healthcare benefits
- Employee financial programs
- Paid time off and sick leave
- Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
- Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
- Global career opportunities
- Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
- EPAM Employee Groups
- Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn