The Exploration Company
The HPC Engineer at The Exploration Company is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining high-performance computing (HPC) environments that support space mission simulations and data analytics. This role entails architecting scalable HPC clusters in public cloud services like AWS or GCP, developing automation for provisioning and configuration, optimizing resource scheduling, and collaborating with interdisciplinary engineering teams. The engineer will also implement data management best practices, monitor system performance, and evaluate emerging HPC technologies to enhance cluster architecture.
The Exploration Company is a pioneering venture focused on creating accessible, sustainable, and cooperative space solutions. Their flagship product, Nyx, is a modular, reusable, and in-orbit refillable space vehicle designed to transport cargo safely and affordably to and from low-Earth orbit and beyond. With a strong commitment to innovation, the company aims to revolutionize space travel by enabling a cooperative future in space exploration and operations.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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