Network Engineer

E-Solutions Group - Arlington, VA

Full-time

Arlington, VA

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

The Network Engineer will be responsible for planning and implementing InfiniBand network configurations to meet the organization's high-performance computing needs. This role involves configuring and fine-tuning network hardware, implementing security measures, monitoring network performance, and collaborating with vendors to enhance the existing infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement InfiniBand network configurations tailored to meet the organization's high-performance computing requirements.
• Configure and fine-tune InfiniBand switches, routers, adapters, and other hardware components to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability within the network infrastructure.
• Implement security measures and protocols to safeguard sensitive data transmitted over the InfiniBand network, ensuring compliance with industry standards and organizational security policies.
• Monitor network performance and address connectivity issues to maintain optimal uptime for the InfiniBand network, including troubleshooting technical problems efficiently and effectively.
• Collaborate with hardware and software vendors to evaluate new InfiniBand technologies and recommend enhancements to existing infrastructure based on industry trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience working with InfiniBand technology in enterprise or lab environments.
• Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting InfiniBand switches, routers, adapters, and related hardware.
• Experience in coding/scripting languages such as Python and shell scripting, along with knowledge in code repository solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• RoCE is a plus.
• Industry certifications such as InfiniBand Trade Association IBTA certifications and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or equivalent are a plus.