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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

System Administrator - DAOS

Pay: $35–$50/hr

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Lemont, IL (Remote)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/26/2026

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A Systems Administrator manages the day-to-day operations of an organization's computer networks, including the systems that connect computers and other technology to each other and to outside networks. Installs, organizes, and supports the hardware and software of these systems.

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Job Description

Title:

System Administrator -

DAOSLocation:

Remote (U.S.-based)

Pay Range:

$35-$50/hr

Hire Type:

12-month contract As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Job Summary:

Sterling is seeking a System Administrator to support the DAOS storage system This remote role involves daily administration and performance optimization of the

HPE DAOS

system, which serves as the primary storage for the Aurora supercomputer. The administrator will collaborate with internal teams and HPE to ensure system health, resolve issues, and support upgrades. The position requires strong Linux skills, experience with high-performance and distributed storage systems, and the ability to work independently in a highly technical environment.

Job Duties:

Provide daily remote support for the DAOS storage systemMonitor system health and performance using scripts and log analysisCollaborate with ALCF and HPE teams to resolve technical issuesPlan and support system software upgradesParticipate in regular team meetings and communications via Slack, Teams, and emailDiagnose and triage hardware and software issuesEscalate cases to Level 2/3 support when necessaryCoordinate activities with HPE resources and maintain professional developmentComplete required training and certifications

Qualifications:

College degree preferred or equivalent experience (military/formal training) Experience operating high-performance storage systems Strong Linux administration and command-line skills Experience with HPC clusters and distributed storage systems Proficiency in scripting for automation Ability to troubleshoot complex storage issues Strong collaboration and communication skills Ability to work independently and within a distributed team Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.