Senior Network Systems Engineer

AMD; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AMD in Rockdale, Texas is seeking a hands-on Datacenter Network Engineer to deploy, configure, and maintain large-scale network infrastructure across AMD datacenters. You will collaborate with server, storage, and software teams to ensure reliable, scalable operations and rapid issue resolution.

Strong troubleshooting, Linux and Python scripting, and the ability to travel to other AMD datacenter locations are required.

Qualifications

• Hands-on datacenter networking experience required.
• Experience deploying and managing datacenter switches, topology, and cabling.
• Familiarity with HPC/AI environments is a plus.
• Proficient in UNIX/Linux administration and scripting.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, administer, and maintain datacenter network infrastructure supporting large-scale computing environments.
• Support network connectivity for servers, racks, clusters, and validation environments.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and manage network switches, fiber optic infrastructure, and RJ45 connectivity.
• Support site network setup, expansion activities, upgrades, and infrastructure deployment projects.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, operating system, and networking issues impacting datacenter operations.
• Perform structured triage and root cause analysis to resolve complex infrastructure issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure solutions.
• Travel to other AMD datacenter locations as needed to support deployment and operational activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Proactive mindset

Independent work

Documentation

Problem solving

Operational excellence

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Linux

Python

Bash

Job description

At AMD, we believe technology has the power to solve the world’s most important challenges. From advancing healthcare and scientific discovery to powering AI and the technologies people rely on every day, innovation at AMD is shaping the future.

Whether you’re designing next-gen processors, enabling AI breakthroughs, or bringing leading edge products to market, every role at AMD contributes to something bigger — technology that moves the world forward. Join us and, together, we’ll advance your career.

The Role

Join AMD's Datacenter Infrastructure team in Rockdale, Texas, and play a key role in supporting the network technologies that power next-generation AI, HPC, and large-scale compute platforms. This is an opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge infrastructure in a growing datacenter environment, helping to deploy, operate, troubleshoot, and scale the networks that enable AMD's most advanced engineering initiatives.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with datacenter operations, hardware engineers, software teams, infrastructure specialists, and network engineers to ensure critical systems remain reliable, performant, and ready to support evolving business needs. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to new deployments, infrastructure expansion projects, and ongoing operational improvements while gaining exposure to some of AMD's newest technologies and large-scale computing platforms.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a highly technical environment, solving complex infrastructure challenges, and making a visible impact on mission-critical systems.

The Person

The ideal candidate is a hands-on infrastructure professional who enjoys solving technical challenges and working in dynamic datacenter environments. They are self-motivated, dependable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence.

Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical thinking skills
• Excellent collaboration and communication abilities
• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• A logical and methodical approach to problem solving
• Willingness to support business-critical operations when needed
• Passion for learning new technologies and continuously improving processes

Key Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, administer, and maintain datacenter network infrastructure supporting large-scale computing environments.
• Support network connectivity for servers, racks, clusters, and validation environments.
• Install, configure, troubleshoot, and manage network switches, fiber optic infrastructure, and RJ45 connectivity.
• Support site network setup, expansion activities, upgrades, and infrastructure deployment projects.
• Troubleshoot hardware, software, operating system, and networking issues impacting datacenter operations.
• Perform structured triage and root cause analysis to resolve complex infrastructure issues.
• Support automation, scripting, and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Document network configurations, deployment activities, troubleshooting efforts, and operational procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure solutions.
• Travel to other AMD datacenter locations as needed to support deployment and operational activities.

Preferred Experience

• Experience deploying, administering, and supporting datacenter network environments
• Experience configuring and managing network switches and connectivity infrastructure
• Knowledge of network architecture, routing, switching, and network troubleshooting principles
• Experience with fiber optic and RJ45 network infrastructure
• Experience supporting scale-up and scale-out computing environments
• Linux operating system administration experience
• Experience with Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages
• Experience supporting server hardware and infrastructure environments
• Familiarity with rack-level deployments, hardware installation, and datacenter operations
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and root cause analysis capabilitiesExperience documenting configurations, operational procedures, and technical findings
• Knowledge of large-scale HPC, AI, or high-performance computing environments is a plus

Academic Credentials

• Bachelor's or master’s degree preferred in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field

Location

Rockdale, Texas | 100% Onsite | First Shift (9:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

THIS ROLE IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR VISA SUPPORT

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