Elanco is seeking a High-Performance Computing (HPC) Principal Engineer to lead the technical direction and strategy for Elanco's HPC ecosystem.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field
Deep expertise in Linux/Unix system administration in a large-scale environment
Broad experience with HPC cluster management, including job schedulers and parallel file systems
Exceptional scripting skills for automation, particularly in Python and Bash
Solid understanding of high-speed networking fabrics like InfiniBand or Omni-Path
Familiarity with Public Cloud services, specifically Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
Proven experience with DevSecOps concepts and tooling
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proven experience leading complex technical projects and mentoring engineers
Responsibilities
Shape the design and architecture of Elanco’s HPC infrastructure
Evaluate emerging technologies and build business cases for new investments
Act as a mentor and technical escalation point for other engineers
Design, deploy, configure, and maintain HPC clusters and associated infrastructure
Proactively monitor system performance and optimize efficiency
Provide user support and guidance on leveraging HPC resources
Develop and maintain automation tools for system administration tasks
Manage job scheduling systems for efficient resource allocation
Implement and maintain security best practices for sensitive data
Collaborate with stakeholders for capacity planning and strategic evolution of HPC capabilities
Benefits
Employees at Elanco are often offered competitive compensation with annual bonus and equity eligibility, retirement plans (including a U.S. 401(k)), and comprehensive health coverage—medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability—and even pet insurance. Time-off and flexibility typically include generous PTO, U.S. mid-year and year-end paid shutdown weeks, parental leave, and flexible/remote work options. Employees also benefit from strong development programs (onboarding, course libraries, mentorship, nine ERGs, and tiered leadership programs) that support both professional growth and community involvement.
