High-Performance Computing (HPC) Specialist

Come and join us in IT Services, at a UK top 10 university, on a full-time, open-ended basis.

This role attracts a market supplement up to £17,000 per annum.

The role and what we’re looking for:
Do you have a strong working knowledge of Linux servers in a production environment, UNIX shell (bash), Perl, Python and experience of compiling HPC code from source?

We are looking for a High-Performance Computing (HPC) Specialist (Linux System Administrator) with a focus on supporting the HPC service including the expansion to taught-course student users. This role will provide specialist knowledge and skills in the support, maintenance, and development of the University's High-Performance Computing (HPC) and other Research HPC infrastructure.

The University HPC is based upon Linux systems including high-performance storage systems and interconnects, and all supporting applications and monitoring systems.

The role will involve assisting with the full lifecycle of testing, procurement, configuration, deployment, re-configuration, fault finding and decommissioning of server and storage equipment.

Why should you apply?
As a member of IT Services, you can expect:

• Support in developing your career, allowing you to progress towards your goals in a friendly environment.
• Development opportunities, including exposure to a wide breadth of technologies.
• To work closely with all our partners from across the University to support digital transformation and deliver outstanding levels of service that are recognised as the best in the country by our students in the National Student Survey.
• A supportive and dynamic working policy, with flexible home/hybrid working where possible.
• A superb 440-acre green site in the heart of Leicestershire with first-rate facilities, plenty of open space, gardens, and sports areas.
• A generous employment package, including a competitive salary, a generous holiday allowance (up to 44 days for full time staff, inclusive of Bank Holidays & University closure days) and pension scheme. View the full range of our benefits on our website.

Applications for job-sharing, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs. The expectation is the post holder will work on-site from the Loughborough campus for at least two days per week.

Diversity of experience, thought and perspective enriches our university and the lives of its community. It is crucial to our ongoing development as an international institution. We strive to create a culture that supports equity and celebrates diversity throughout the campus, and we are actively seeking to make our team more diverse.

Whatever area of IT you work in, if you’re looking to make things happen then we’re looking for you.

Application and Assessment Information
Informal chats about the role are welcomed, please contact the Research HPC Team Manager, Julian Highfield, via J.C.Highfield@lboro.ac.uk. Interviews will be held in person at the Loughborough campus a couple of weeks after the closing date.

Application closing date: 15 September 2025.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for specific details about the nature of the role and the essential criteria.

Reasonable Adjustments
We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you may need during the recruitment process. If there are adjustments that you’d like to request, please contact Julian Highfield via J.C.Highfield@lboro.ac.uk.

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