HPC Network Engineer

Opportunity

Here at OQC we’re searching for an experienced HPC Network Engineer to join our growing company. Your impact will be crucial in designing and maintaining OQC’s networks and services whilst also contributing towards the architecture and design of our global networks. You will work with a close-knit team whose aim is to provide a ‘white glove’ support level while OQC’s customers remain connected and SLA’s met. This role is unique and will really give you the opportunity to work at the forefront of emerging technologies.

Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to work at OQC as a HPC Network Engineer to help support our current Network Engineer and provide expertise and support across our growing estate. Initially this role involves supporting OQC’s network infrastructure whilst assisting with the design, improvement and expansion. You will collaborate with a variety of teams including Software, DevOps and our Quantum teams to provide specialist network and HPC support and advise on the design and expansion of our global network. As the role evolves you will have the chance to take on individual projects and take ownership of HPC/quantum related projects. This role may require out-of-hours work to ensure our network is secure and all our systems are running smoothly.

Skills & experience

Desired

• Strong routing and switching skills - administration, support and configuration
• Solid in-depth firewall knowledge including support and configuration
• Understanding of High Performance Computing (HPC) and the ability to offer advice to all teams around HPC
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, tech-led environment that is constantly evolving
• Knowledge of Juniper OR Cisco networks and the ability to pick up new skills/technologies
• Good documentation and network design skills to contribute towards our Wiki and ITIL processes
• Experienced in implementing security standards, best practice following security frameworks (ISO, NIST, PCI, SOC, GovS007)

Preferred

• Experience of working in a global environment with the ability to support and help build a global network
• Knowledge of IaC - Infrastructure as code (Ansible, terraform)
• Experience of working with or as a Systems Administrator in a hybrid Windows/Linux environment

Up to £50k

• 25 Days holiday
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• EAP cash plan
• Group life and group income protection
• Hybrid working (for this role - 1 day per week WFH option)
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV Car Scheme
• Gym and wellness benefits

Research has shown that women are less likely than men to apply for this role if they do not have solid experience in 100% of these areas. Please know that this list is indicative and that we would still love to hear from you even if you feel you only are a 75% match. Skills can be learnt, diversity cannot.

Company

At OQC, we see a brighter future for all, enabled by quantum.

Together we are pioneering cutting-edge quantum computers that unlock transformative discoveries, from advancing drug modelling to revolutionising battery technology. Our mission is to put quantum in the hands of humanity, empowering customers to discover new commercial and scientific frontiers.

When you join OQC, you become part of a diverse team of innovators, creators, and problem solvers. We bring together some of the brightest minds in quantum physics, nanotechnologies, hardware, software and commercial operations. Each team member brings a unique skill set and are united by our values, which guide us in everything we do - how we work, how we collaborate and how we shape the future of our industry.

Are you ready to help us build this future?

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Please use the link provided to apply for the role of HPC Network Engineer. To aid your application, it will be beneficial to provide us with a cover letter outlining why you think you would be a good fit for the role and what attracts you to OQC. We look forward to hearing from you!

At OQC we are not just hoping you’ll fit in our culture. We aspire to thrive, as a company and as people, thanks to your diversity of thought and background. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing our team members with a work environment free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, talent and merit and all our colleagues share in the responsibility for fulfilling our commitment to diversity. We look forward to meeting you!