University of Chicago · 1 month ago
Manager, Cloud & Research Computing Platforms
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$120K/yr - $135K/yr
7+ years expThe University of Chicago is a leading institution in research and education, and they are seeking a Manager for Cloud & Research Computing Platforms in the MANIAC Lab. In this role, you will lead a technical team to develop programmatic plans and technical roadmaps, while collaborating with various partners to support advanced computing infrastructure for particle physics research.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Leads the MANIAC Lab’s distributed computing and IT systems team, which is comprised of systems administrators and software engineers, overseeing Linux systems, cloud-native services, storage, networking, and cybersecurity
Supports team development through training, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities
Develops clear technical plans, team goals, and operational milestones across all Lab-supported computing platforms
Partners with the Principal Investigator to implement strategic upgrades and ensure reliable, efficient operation of the Lab’s cyberinfrastructure
Guides modernization efforts, including automation, cloud-native adoption, and improved data-delivery workflows
Collaborates with U.S. ATLAS, IRIS-HEP, and University partners to support shared operations and expand research capabilities
Monitors system performance and applies proactive measures to improve reliability and scalability
Engages with researchers to understand computing needs and deliver solutions that support data-intensive science
Ensures adherence to best practices for network operations and cybersecurity
Manages a single team's progress by maintaining accurate and up-to-date logs, ensures that all projects have the necessary management oversight and approvals for successful completion
Ensures the implementation of approved best practices and information technology policies that result in the highest quality systems administration
Manages the creation of standards and procedures to maintain production servers that run the operating system. Manages the installation, configuration, and maintenance of operating systems and utility software
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field in the physical sciences
Experience managing large-scale computing systems in academic, research, or enterprise environments
Demonstrated leadership of technical staff and successful delivery of complex cyberinfrastructure projects
Strong background in scientific or high-performance computing, distributed systems, and emerging cloud-native technologies
Experience implementing modern operational practices such as container orchestration, automation, and advanced data-delivery services
Familiarity with secure, policy-compliant operations, including network security and identity management
Experience supporting large CPU/GPU clusters, multi-petabyte storage systems, and data-intensive workflows
Proven ability to evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance performance and efficiency
Record of effective collaboration with external partners and participation in professional technical communities
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with researchers, technical staff, and institutional partners
Ability to operate in a dynamic research environment and stay current with advances in scientific and cloud-native computing
Proficiency in managing Unix/Linux systems, distributed storage platforms (e.g., Ceph), and high-performance networking
Familiarity with container orchestration and cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and GitOps methodologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience diagnosing and resolving complex infrastructure challenges
Experience applying automation, monitoring, and modern operational practices to improve system reliability and efficiency
Demonstrated ability to guide teams, build consensus, and drive process innovation in multi-stakeholder technical environments
Benefits
Health
Retirement
Paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
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