Network Engineer III – High Performance Computing – 526866 Position Available In Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Network Engineer III

• High Performance Computing
• 526866 Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States Academic Affairs Information Systems/Technology Support Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible) Closing at: Jul 10 2025
• 22:55

CDT Pay Grade/Pay Range:

Minimum:

$74,200•

Midpoint:

$100,200 (Salaried E12)

Department/Organization:

 200706

• OIT-HPC Center Services Normal Work Schedule:

   Monday

• Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm Note to

Applicants:

Position is eligible for hybrid work subject to University policy.

Job Summary:

 The Network Engineer III supports the functionality and availability of enterprise-wide mission critical University networks by performing network engineering and under close supervision. Performs moderate

• to high-complexity operational network management and maintenance tasks. Participate in network problem identification, analysis, and resolution for moderate
• to high-complexity problems.

Assists with and contributes to strategy, planning, and design of the campus and wide-area networks. Provides guidance and training to other Network Engineers.

Additional Department Summary:

 Designs, implements, and maintains the network infrastructure within a data center that is specifically dedicated to high-performance computing (HPC) workloads using Cisco and cluster interconnect-specific technologies. Ensures optimal data transfer speeds, reliability, and scalability for computationally intensive applications while prioritizing network performance optimization and troubleshooting connectivity issues.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

 Master’s degree and two (2) years of network engineering experience; OR bachelor’s degree and four (4) years of network engineering experience; OR associate’s degree and six (6) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of network engineering; OR High school diploma or GED and eight (8) years of IT experience to include four (4) years of network engineering.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications:

Must have valid U.S. driver’s license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge:

 Advanced understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, MPLS, etc.). Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) for network automation. Familiarity with HPC systems and their unique network requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

 Experience with data center network design and implementation. Experience with Cisco switches and routers. Experience supporting customer head-ins/interconnects into an MDF. Expertise in high-performance networking technologies like InfiniBand, including fabric management and troubleshooting. Understanding of parallel computing concepts and how they impact network design. Familiarity with HPC job scheduling systems and their interaction with network infrastructure. Familiarity with Globus data transfer solution.

Background Investigation Statement:

Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation

DOES NOT

automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

 The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s 

Know Your Rights:

Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.