Position @ Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC), SpainAI Application Support Specialist - AI4SContext And MissionAre you passionate about technology, Linux systems, Artificial intelligence trends, and high-performance computing? Do you want to be part of a leading supercomputing center in Europe? Look no further! The Barcelona Supercomputing Center - Centro Nacional de Supercomputación (BSC-CNS) is seeking a talented individual to join our Operations Department as a User Support specialist on AI projects.Supercomputers are essential for tackling the most challenging and complex scientific and technological problems. Beyond simulations, they now enable the use of neural networks and large language models to address engineering challenges, empowering companies to achieve their goals through AI technologies. This position will be part of the operations department within the User Support team, focusing on supporting AI applications for key projects utilizing BSC resources.Key DutiesOptimize and adapt scientific application codes to new pre-exascale architectures and systems, focusing on AI applications and technologies.Improve the performance of existing AI environments, enhancing serial efficiency and scalability.Choose and adapt algorithms and/or library routines to improve applications for specific computer architectures.Provide consultancy to scientists on AI solutions that can improve their research.Generate performance analysis and benchmarks for selected applications and report results to developers.Collaborate with other functional groups at European and International level on technical matters related to supporting AI scientific application work.RequirementsEducationA Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline with a focus on Artificial Intelligence at a technical level is required. A Master's degree in a related field is desirable.Essential Knowledge and Professional ExperienceExperience working with AI models and running them in parallel in HPC systems.Experience using performance analysis tools and parallel debuggers for GPUs.Good understanding of Linux environment and Shell scripting.Experience working with Parallel programming codes (MPI and OpenMP) and batch systems like SLURM.At least 2 years of experience in a similar position working with AI solutions.ConditionsThe position will be located at BSC within the Operations Department. We offer a full-time contract (37.5h/week), a good working environment, flexible working hours, and a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure.Salary: 45,000.00€Duration: 4 yearsHolidays: 23 paid vacation days plus the 24th and 31st of December per our collective agreement.Starting date: ASAP - the incorporation for this vacancy must be before the 16th of December 2024.#J-18808-Ljbffr
