High Performance Computing (HPC) Team Manager

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Specialist)
Salary package: $131,524 - $137,807 per annum plus 17% superannuation 
Terms: Full time, Continuing (contingent funded)

This position is continuing (contingent funded). The funding that supports this project has an expected end date of 30 June 2028. 

The Position

The High Performance Computing (HPC) Team Manager will provide support and guidance for the HPC Systems Team operating NCI’s peak HPC system “Gadi”. The role will encompass technical and operational support for a wide variety of tasks leading a highly skilled team. The team undertakes tasks including HPC system design, user environment design and development, and systems operation. The role will also provide support for other NCI teams, including supporting researchers using the system with technical insights and assistance in utilising the HPC systems to their highest potential.

The Person

We are looking for an experienced manager with HPC skills and a proven track record in working with complex systems, especially in scientific computing. The ideal candidate will have experience with managing teams operating high performance computing, scientific computing, or other highly scaling systems. Exceptional communication skills, an understanding of computational research, and experience developing or customising system tools will be highly regarded.

The Organisation

The National Computational Infrastructure (NCI) is Australia’s one of two Tier-1 high-performance data, storage and computing organisations, providing expert services to benefit all domains of science, government and industry.

NCI brings the Australian Government and the Australian research sector together through a broad collaboration involving the largest national science agencies, universities, industry and the Australian Research Council.

NCI empowers government agencies, universities, and industry across multiple domains of research. Our integrated hardware, services and expertise drive high-impact research and groundbreaking outcomes for Australia.

For more information about the position, or if you require reasonable adjustments to apply for this position, please contact Andrew Wellington, Associate Director (HPC) on E: andrew.wellington@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au   
 
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion 

Application information 

In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV), and
• No more than a two page summary addressing your suitability against the selection criteria.

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process. An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.