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University of Alabama

Network Engineer III - High Performance Computing

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Tuscaloosa, AL

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $74K - $100K

💻 Information Technology

🗓️ June 24th, 2025

Python TCP/IP

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Alabama is hiring a Network Engineer III - High Performance Computing. This role involves supporting and maintaining the functionality and availability of critical university networks, handling network problem identification and resolution, and contributing to the planning and design of campus and wide-area networks while providing guidance to other engineers.

Highlights
  • Perform network engineering and operational management for mission-critical university networks.
  • Participate in problem identification, analysis, and resolution for moderate- to high-complexity network issues.
  • Assist with strategy, planning, and design of campus and wide-area networks, specifically for high-performance computing environments.
  • Provide guidance and training to other network engineers.
  • Utilize advanced knowledge of network protocols such as TCP/IP and MPLS, and scripting languages like Python and Bash for automation.
  • Experience with Cisco switches, routers, and high-performance networking technologies including InfiniBand is preferred.
  • Required qualifications range from a master’s degree with 2 years of experience to a high school diploma with 8 years of IT experience including 4 years in network engineering.
  • Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license and meet university driving policy requirements.
  • Position offers a salary range of $74,200 to $100,200 (Salaried E12).
  • Works within the OIT-HPC Center Services department, focusing on data center network infrastructure dedicated to high-performance computing workloads.