Deadline for applications: 31/08/2024

Application process open *

The Cyprus Institute (CyI) is a European non-profit Science and Technology oriented Educational and Research Institution based in Cyprus and led by an acclaimed Board of Trustees. The research agenda of the CyI is pursued at its five Research Centres: The Computation-based Science and Technology Research Centre (CaSToRC), the Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Centre (STARC), the Energy Environment Water Research Centre (EEWRC), the Climate and Atmosphere Research Centre (CARE-C), and the Science and Technology Driven Policy and Innovation Research Centre (STeDI-RC). Considerable cross-centre interaction is a characteristic of the Institute’s culture.

The Cyprus Institute invites applications for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join the Institute as a Supercomputing System Engineer in the HPC Research Facility. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to advance their career in the field of High-Performance Computing (HPC) and Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure. This role is central to managing our advanced HPC systems, including data storage and processing networks.

The successful candidate will contribute to shaping the Institute’s technological capabilities, by contributing to user support, resource allocation, hardware procurement, and technology evaluation. This position offers significant opportunities for self-directed learning and professional growth in a supportive environment.

The initial period of the appointment will be for a duration of 24 months with the possibility of renewal, depending on performance and availability of funds. An internationally competitive remuneration package will be offered, which is commensurate with the level of experience of the successful candidate.

Responsibilities/activities to be involved in:

• System Administration
• System design, deployment, and performance evaluation
• Systems Monitoring
• System tools development
• Contribution to user support
• Organization and implementation of user support services
• Involvement in resource allocation procedures
• Preparation of documentation material for HPC Facility users
• Coordination of procurement of hardware and software for the HPC Facility
• Contribution to the implementation of European funded projects
• Preparation of reports and deliverables

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or any other relevant field
2. 1-year relevant experience will be considered an advantage
3. Experience in Linux
4. Knowledge of Shell scripting
5. Knowledge of programming Languages such as Python and JavaScript
6. Good knowledge of Computer Architecture
7. Excellent knowledge of the English language, both verbal and writing
8. Demonstrated development ability, outstanding organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills
9. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural/multinational environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Greek language will be considered an advantage.
• Networking certifications
• Linux certifications
• Cloud/DevOps certifications
• Network Security-related certifications

Application

For full consideration, interested applicants should process their application at The Cyprus Institute Exelsys Platform (https://bit.ly/3HDLRTw) based on the instructions given. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae including a short letter of interest, and a list of three (3) referees (including contact information) (all documentation should be in English and in PDF Format). For further information, please contact George Tsouloupas (g.tsouloupas@cyi.ac.cy). Please note that applications which do not fulfill the required qualifications and do not follow the announcement’s guidelines will not be considered.

*Recruitment will continue until the application process is marked as closed

The Cyprus Institute is an Equal Opportunities Employer certified from the Cypriot Ministry of Labor and also an HRS4R accredited Institution that adheres to the European Commission’s “Charter & Code” principles for recruitment and selection.

Contact person: George Tsouloupas

Reference number: HPC_SE_24_01