Synectics
Job Description:
Responsible for deploying and maintaining high-performance computing systems, including compute, networking, and storage infrastructure. Rack Stack Installation: Install and configure servers, networking gear, and storage units in data center racks. Ensure proper cabling, labeling, and power management.
Hardware Troubleshooting: be capable of diagnosing and resolving issues across three core areas: Compute (CPU & GPU): Identify and replace faulty components. Diagnose issues related to thermal, power, or hardware performance.
Networking: Integrate and troubleshoot both Ethernet and Infinity Band network infrastructures. Configure and test Ethernet switches and related networking hardware.
Storage Systems: Replace failed drives and address hardware issues in storage arrays. Troubleshoot storage systems including SSD-based setups, RAID configurations, and parallel file systems. Understand file systems, storage policies, and data access performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in hardware deployment and troubleshooting. Solid understanding of: Server architecture and components Network cabling and protocols Storage architecture and drive-level failure recovery
Basic experience with Linux commands and OS Demonstrated ability to independently identify and fix hardware issues. Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Willingness and enthusiasm to learn emerging technologies and practices in high-performance computing. Strong hands-on background in rack stacking, hardware troubleshooting, and data center equipment setup. Shift: Monday thru Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
Benefits:
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
Responsible for deploying and maintaining high-performance computing systems, including compute, networking, and storage infrastructure. Rack Stack Installation: Install and configure servers, networking gear, and storage units in data center racks. Ensure proper cabling, labeling, and power management.
Hardware Troubleshooting: be capable of diagnosing and resolving issues across three core areas: Compute (CPU & GPU): Identify and replace faulty components. Diagnose issues related to thermal, power, or hardware performance.
Networking: Integrate and troubleshoot both Ethernet and Infinity Band network infrastructures. Configure and test Ethernet switches and related networking hardware.
Storage Systems: Replace failed drives and address hardware issues in storage arrays. Troubleshoot storage systems including SSD-based setups, RAID configurations, and parallel file systems. Understand file systems, storage policies, and data access performance.
Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in hardware deployment and troubleshooting. Solid understanding of: Server architecture and components Network cabling and protocols Storage architecture and drive-level failure recovery
Basic experience with Linux commands and OS Demonstrated ability to independently identify and fix hardware issues. Strong documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. Willingness and enthusiasm to learn emerging technologies and practices in high-performance computing. Strong hands-on background in rack stacking, hardware troubleshooting, and data center equipment setup. Shift: Monday thru Friday 8 AM to 5 PM
Benefits:
Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.