Senior Network Engineer – Mellon College of Science (MCS) – Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC)

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center (PSC) a joint research center of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, was established in 1986, and for over 30 years has provided university, government, and industrial researchers with access to several of the most powerful systems for advanced computational research, communications, and data storage available to scientists, engineers and scholars nationwide for unclassified research. PSC advances science across a wide spectrum of fields, including artificial intelligence/machine learning, medical imaging, weather modeling, cell biology, and genomics.

Carnegie Mellon University’s PSC is searching for a Senior Network Engineer to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. You will contribute to the department by providing engineering and 24x7x365 operations support for PSC’s production network, the regional research and education network Three Rivers Optical Exchange (3ROX), and to PSC’s Network Research projects.

Core responsibilities include:

• Participate in network design; develop and implement new network deployments
• Participate/assist in network research projects
• May serve as project lead
• Liaison with PSC staff and users, 3ROX members, and the national research and education network community
• Test and evaluate network hardware and software
• Develop new network monitoring and analysis tools and/or systems
• Write documentation for network engineering and support
• Assist in writing proposals/budgets for new projects
• Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and performance issues, including off-hours support in a regular, rotating on-call schedule
• Assist 3ROX members with connectivity planning, problem resolution, and security related problems
• Collaborate with PSC’s cybersecurity team to implement cybersecurity best practices for operating 3ROX and PSC networks

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within PSC. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

You should demonstrate:

• Experience in various network automation technologies (e.g., Ansible)
• Additional training or certification in network technologies including switching, routing, or optical networking
• Operational experience in optical networking.

The successful candidate will be engaged in a collaborative environment with the networking team and project teams. Good oral and communication skills will be paramount for communicating with collaborators and external entities. The successful candidate will not always have routine procedures to follow but will apply knowledge of network behavior gained through formal engineering/computer science education and experience to achieve success.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3 or more years of experience in network engineering/operations.
• Experience working with TCP/IP (IPv4 and IPv6), Layer-2 networking (e.g., VLANs, spanning tree), routing protocols (e.g., BGP, IS-IS), Unix (shell programming, system administration), firewall and ACL implementation, and VPN technologies

Requirements:

• Successful background check
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.
• Work Posture: This position is operating on a hybrid schedule, with an on-campus/in office presence at least 3 days a week initially.
• This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week), non-exempt position
• Travel Requirements: You should be able to travel both domestically and internationally and be willing to work outside of normal business hours as needed.
• Funding: This is a grant-funded position.

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays. Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Networking

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Salary

More Information: 

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. 
• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits
• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 
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