PpThe Italian Institute of Artificial Intelligence (AI4I) is seeking a senior technical professional to act as the btechnical lead and service delivery manager /b for the Peano HPC/AI infrastructure. This position requires deep technical understanding across HPC, AI, cloud, storage, and networking systems, combined with operational leadership in supporting AI workloads and applications. You will oversee the boperational lifecycle of applications /b running on Peano, bridging engineering teams, deployment units, and end users to ensure reliable, usable, and integrated services. This is a bhighly execution-focused senior role /b combining technical expertise, service delivery, and operational coordination across multiple layers of the AI/HPC stack. /p pbLocation: /b AI4I, OGR – Turin, Italy /p pbHybrid work: /b Flexible arrangements may be negotiated /p pbPosition status: /b Open until filled; multiple candidates may be hired /p h3You Will Work Closely With: /h3 ul liEngineering and platform teams maintaining the infrastructure /li liDeployment teams delivering AI solutions to internal and external stakeholders /li liData scientists and developers running workloads on Peano /li liExternal partners using AI4I services /li /ul h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liAct as technical owner of the Peano platform, covering HPC/AI, cloud, storage, and basic networking /li liOversee the operational lifecycle of AI and HPC applications, ensuring high service reliability /li liCoordinate onboarding of new services and applications for internal and external users /li liMonitor platform health and coordinate incident detection, resolution, and escalation /li liManage service documentation, operational procedures, and user guidance /li liSupport users in running workloads efficiently, addressing technical issues proactively /li liDefine service levels, operational best practices, and continuous improvement initiatives /li liFacilitate communication between engineering teams, deployment units, and users /li liContribute to platform architectural decisions, roadmap planning, and strategic infrastructure evolution /li liContribute to improving usability, reliability, and adoption of the platform /li /ul h3Required Qualifications /h3 ul liExtensive experience operating or supporting complex technical platforms or services /li liStrong Linux and command line proficiency /li liAbility to troubleshoot distributed applications and workflows /li liExperience interacting with technical users (developers, engineers, data scientists) /li liExcellent organizational and communication skills /li /ul h3Additional Strengths /h3 ul liFamiliarity with HPC, cloud, and containerized environments /li liExperience with storage systems (VAST) and networking fundamentals /li liExposure to service management, ticketing, or incident resolution processes /liliExperience preparing operational documentation and training materials /li /ul h3Key Performance Metrics /h3 ul liPlatform and service availability and reliability /li liIncident detection and resolution efficiency /li liUser onboarding and adoption speed /li liQuality and completeness of operational documentation /li liOverall operational impact on internal and partner workflows /li /ul h3What We Offer /h3 ul liLeadership over the full Peano platform and critical AI/HPC services /li liDirect operational impact on production AI/HPC workloads /li liAccess to advanced AI computing infrastructure /li liCompetitive compensation and flexible work arrangements /li /ul h3How To Apply /h3 pSubmit your application through the online form: /p ul liShort motivation statement describing relevant experience /li liCV and optional supporting material (technical or operational experience) /li /ul h3About Us /h3 pThe Italian Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI4I) was founded as a research institute to perform transformative, application-oriented research in Artificial Intelligence, driving innovation and industrial progress. The Institute is designed to engage and empower gifted, entrepreneurial, and ambitious researchers who are committed to generating real-world impact at the intersection of science, technology, and industrial transformation. /p pCompetitive salaries, performance-based incentives, access to dedicated high-performance computing resources, state-of-the-art laboratories, and strong industrial collaborations are among the distinctive features that define AI4I. The Institute fosters a dynamic international environment and an ecosystem that supports the creation and growth of innovative startups. /p pAI4I’s mission is to advance scientific research, technology transfer, and, more broadly, Italy’s innovation capacity, promoting positive impact across industry, services, and public administration. To achieve this, the Institute contributes to building a research and innovation infrastructure that leverages AI methods, with a special focus on manufacturing processes and the broader Industry 4.0 value chain. /p pAI4I also maintains strategic relationships with leading organizations in Italy and abroad, including Competence Centers and European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), positioning itself as an attractive destination for researchers, companies, and startups seeking collaboration and impact. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr