High-Performance Computing (HPC) Test Automation Engineer

Reston, VA
Full Time
Mid Level
High-Performance Computing (HPC) Test Automation Engineer

About Ofinno:
Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our team’s innovative work has led to significant contributions to technologies such as 5G cellular, Wi-Fi, and media compression. Ofinno holds strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with several of the world’s leading technology companies that use such technologies. At Ofinno, we foster an environment of collaboration and excellence, where researchers can focus on delivering breakthroughs that shape the future of technology.


Position Overview:
At Ofinno, our Advanced Media Lab (AML) is at the forefront of research and development, exploring transformative technologies that drive the future of media compression. We are seeking a High-Performance Computing (HPC) Test Automation Engineer to support the lab by installing, configuring, and maintaining HPC resources, as well as creating and optimizing automated test scripts.

As an HPC Test Automation Engineer, you will play a critical role in empowering our research teams by ensuring seamless HPC performance, developing high-quality test scripts, and driving iterative improvements in system performance.

Key Responsibilities:
As an HPC Test Automation Engineer, you will:
  • Install, configure, and maintain high-performance computing (HPC) resources in the Advanced Media Lab.
  • Develop and deploy automated test scripts to support simulation environments and research projects.
  • Monitor HPC resource performance and ensure system reliability through proactive maintenance.
  • Manage regression test environments, develop comprehensive test plans, and generate detailed system test reports.
  • Collaborate with researchers to align system functionality with project needs and address technical challenges.
  • Continuously refine and optimize test scripts, frameworks, and system baselines to improve efficiency.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in administering both Windows and Linux platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with shell scripting and Python programming/scripting.
  • Knowledge of high-performance computing (HPC) frameworks for simulation environments.
  • Familiarity with version control systems like GitLab or GitHub.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in installing and configuring Linux distributions.
  • Experience managing HPC systems such as Slurm or HTCondor.
  • Basic understanding of image and video coding formats and software libraries.
  • Experience with building systems such as CMake.
  • Hands-on experience with FFmpeg, x264, or x265 software libraries for video encoding.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming, including C++11 or later, and the Standard Template Library (STL).
What Else You Should Know:
Our people are our business. We know you have to see it to believe it, but here are some of the perks you can count on:
  • 401(K) matching – We help you plan and save for retirement with a 401(K) matching program that’s available on day one.
  • Free healthcare plans – Ofinno covers full premiums for you and your family on select healthcare plans, including employer HSA contributions if applicable.
  • Free Food – Our kitchen is always fully stocked, including lunch, protein bars, fruit, sodas, coffee, and tea.
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off – Our lives are enriched by family time, vacations, and personal time. We offer unlimited paid time off and sick leave.
  • On-campus gym – Unwind, reduce stress, and feel great – even when you’re at work.
  • Other benefits, too long to list – Please discuss with our great People Ops team about additional benefits offered.
What Now?
What are you waiting for? We hope you will click on the link and forward your credentials to us today. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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