• Information Systems Architect, III

    University of Utah (Salt Lake City, UT)


    Details

     

    **Open Date** 12/18/2025

    **Requisition Number** PRN43870B

    **Job Title** Information Systems Architects

    **Working Title** Information Systems Architect, III

    **Career Progression Track** P00

     

    Track Level

     

    **FLSA Code** Computer Employee

    **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

    **Standard Hours per Week** 40

    **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time

    **Shift** Day

     

    Work Schedule Summary

     

    Monday – Friday, 8am-5pm

     

    **VP Area** Academic Affairs

    **Department** 00640 - CHPC Ctr for High Perform Computing

    **Location** Campus

    **City** Salt Lake City, UT

    **Type of Recruitment** External Posting

    **Pay Rate Range** 58,292-133,730

    **Close Date** 12/26/2025

     

    Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

    Job Summary

    We seek an experienced Private Cloud Architect to architect and manage our private cloud infrastructure, focusing specifically on high-performance AI/ML workloads and inference. This role will build and optimize Kubernetes clusters, drive cloud-native automation via CI/CD pipelines, and explore advanced Software-Defined Infrastructure ( SDN , SDS , SDSec) and serverless concepts to deliver a resilient on-premises platform. This is a position will be with the Center for High Performance Computing ( CHPC ), in an important and growing academic computing center that serves researchers and educators at the University of Utah and beyond.

    Responsibilities

    + **Kubernetes for AI/ML:** Design and deploy highly available Kubernetes clusters, optimized for GPU utilization and AI/ML training/inference.

    + **Cloud-Native Automation:** Architect and implement end-to-end CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitLab, ArgoCD, Jenkins) and automated infrastructure deployment.

    + **Infrastructure Strategy:** Define the technical roadmap for the on-premises cloud environment and drive adoption of best practices.

    + **Software-Defined Infrastructure:** Evaluate and implement advanced SDN , SDS , and SDSec solutions.

    + **IaC Implementation:** Develop and maintain all infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).

    + **Performance Tuning:** Collaborate with ML teams to optimize cluster and resource performance for maximum job throughput.

    + **Security & Compliance:** Ensure platform architecture meets all security standards and compliance requirements set by internal security/compliance teams (e.g., HIPAA , NIST 800-171).

    + **Technical Leadership:** Create architecture documentation, help create roadmaps with input from multiple teams, mentor engineering staff, and potential collaboration on grants and other funding requests.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + **Experience:** 6+ years in infrastructure, cloud architecture, or systems engineering.

    + **Kubernetes:** Deep, production-level experience designing and operating bare-metal/on-prem Kubernetes.

    + **AI/ML Support:** Direct experience configuring infrastructure ( GPU virtualization/passthrough) for containerized AI/ML workflows.

    + **Core Infrastructure:** Strong command of enterprise networking, load balancing, and SDS /storage solutions (e.g., Ceph).

    + **Automation/IaC:** Extensive hands-on experience with Terraform, Ansible, and other IaC/configuration management tools.

    + **CI/CD:** Proven background in implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines for cloud-native applications.

     

    Preferences

     

    + Expertise in Software-Defined Networking ( SDN ) (e.g., Cilium, Calico).

    + Familiarity with on-prem Serverless technologies (e.g., Knative, OpenFaaS).

    + Experience implementing security controls via SDSec and Kubernetes policies (e.g., OPA /Gatekeeper).

    + Relevant professional cloud or Kubernetes certifications ( CKA , CKAD , etc.).

    + Familiarity with workflows used by research computing

    + Proficiency in scripting or programming (Python, Go) for custom automation.

    **Type** Benefited Staff

     

    Special Instructions Summary

     

    Additional Information

     

    _The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students._

     

    _Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._

     

    _The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._

     

    _To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:_

     

    _Director/ Title IX Coordinator_

     

    _Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)_

     

    _383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite_

     

    _Salt Lake City, UT 84112_

     

    _801-581-8365_

     

    [email protected]_

     

    _Online reports may be submitted at_ **oeo.utah.edu**

    _For more information:_

    https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

    _To inquire about this posting, email:_

    [email protected]

     

    _or call 801-581-2300._

     

    _The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._

     

    _This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._

     

    _https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South._