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- Founded in 2002 by Elon Musk
- Headquartered in Hawthorne, California
- Developed Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy rockets
- Raised over $7 billion with a valuation of $137 billion
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Overview
SpaceX is hiring a High Performance Computing (HPC) Systems Engineer to manage HPC clusters and provide application support across engineering disciplines. You'll work with Linux systems and virtualization technologies in Hawthorne, CA.
Job Description
Who you are
You have at least 1+ years of hands-on experience with client and server hardware/software, management tools, enterprise networking, virtualization, and security technologies. You possess a Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or a scientific discipline, or you have 2+ years of professional experience building software in lieu of a degree. Your experience with Linux is strong, and you are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
You are flexible and can flourish in challenging situations, demonstrating ingenuity and self-motivation. You have a knack for conveying highly technical ideas in non-technical terms, making you an effective communicator within a diverse team.
Desirable
You have 3+ years of professional experience building, deploying, and troubleshooting Linux systems. Experience with a scripting language is a plus, as it will enhance your ability to automate tasks and improve system efficiency.
What you'll do
As an HPC Systems Engineer at SpaceX, you will administer and manage HPC clusters, storage systems, and high-speed networks. Your role will involve providing application support to SpaceX employees across various engineering disciplines, ensuring that they have the necessary tools and resources to excel in their work. You will install and integrate Linux-based compute clusters, contributing to the overall performance and reliability of the systems.
You will also be responsible for writing instructional documentation that helps users understand complex systems and processes. Your ability to convey technical ideas in a clear and accessible manner will be crucial in this role, as you will be working closely with engineers from different backgrounds.
What we offer
At SpaceX, you will be part of a world-class engineering organization dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and exploration. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that aim to enable human life on Mars. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
You will be part of a collaborative team that thrives on innovation and creativity, where your contributions will directly impact the future of space exploration. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities for professional growth and development within the company.
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