Lustre File System Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Lustre File System Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing and optimizing Lustre file systems, with a focus on addressing disk performance and stability issues in large High-Performance Computing (HPC) environments. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure the reliability and efficiency of our storage infrastructure. Feel free to work remotely from anywhere across Latvia or connect with colleagues at our Riga office. Responsibilities Administer and maintain Lustre file systems, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability Identify and resolve disk performance issues, implementing tuning and optimization strategies to enhance system efficiency Monitor and troubleshoot Lustre file systems to ensure stability and predictability, addressing any issues promptly Manage storage resources, including capacity planning, allocation, and utilization to support HPC workloads Work closely with HPC systems administrators and network engineers to integrate Lustre file systems with the overall HPC infrastructure Implement and maintain security measures to protect data integrity and confidentiality within the Lustre file system Provide technical support to users, assisting with file system access, performance issues, and troubleshooting Maintain comprehensive documentation of Lustre configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps Requirements Proven experience of over 3 years in managing Lustre file systems in large-scale HPC environments Strong knowledge of disk performance tuning and optimization techniques Experience with storage management and capacity planning Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and users Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated with the latest Lustre developments and best practices Fluency in English (both written and spoken) at a minimum B2 level Nice to have Knowledge of network administration and integration with Lustre file systems Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) for automation Understanding of security best practices in HPC environments We offer Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years. Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies. World-Class Clients: Work closely with 295+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact. Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices. GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys. Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life. Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga. Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more. Salary range €3.4K-€4.9K gross, based on your experience and interview results. About EPAM EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption. With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 888+ talented innovators in 3 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us.