PRINCIPAL SYSTEMS ARCHITECT IST Research Computing

Boston University Information Services & Technology (IS&T) is seeking applicants with diverse skills and experiences to join our innovative and inclusive community. Join us as a Principal Systems Architect, where you will lead the design, development, and operations of Boston University's cloud-based research computing infrastructure, serving as the senior technical authority for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms that support data intensive research across multiple disciplines. You will combine deep hands-on operational expertise with strategic vision to architect next generation cloud systems whose impact will shape future University and communitywide research computing decisions. You will also oversee and advance major initiatives such as the New England Research Cloud (NERC) and its follow on projects, collaborating closely with partner universities and industry partners to develop shared research computing capabilities and standards. You will work closely with partner universities and industry partners to advance shared research computing goals. Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and operations of cloud-based research computing infrastructure. Serve as the senior technical authority for IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms. Architect next-generation cloud systems to support data-intensive research across multiple disciplines. Oversee major initiatives such as the New England Research Cloud (NERC) and related projects, collaborating with partner universities and industry partners to develop shared capabilities and standards. Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent work experience. Experience: 7+ years of relevant experience. _We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor._ #J-18808-Ljbffr Boston University