Senior Principal Network Architect - AI Data Center

Graphcore; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI compute company based in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Principal Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize advanced AI data center networks. You'll ensure high-performance computing infrastructure for next-generation workloads. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with network engineering in high-density environments, expertise in data center networking protocols, and proficiency in automation technologies. A collaborative spirit and strong communication skills are essential for this pivotal role.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of progressive network engineering experience.
• At least 3 years in hyperscale, high-density, or HPC data center environments.
• Experience deploying high-speed network technologies including 400G/800G optics.

Responsibilities

• Design ultra-high-bandwidth AI network fabrics for distributed AI workloads.
• Optimize performance of lossless Ethernet fabrics using congestion control mechanisms.
• Lead initiatives to implement NetDevOps practices and develop automation.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of data center routing and switching protocols

Strong operational understanding of RDMA networking technologies

Proficiency in automation and scripting languages

Experience operating large-scale AI or GPU clusters

Strong collaboration and communication skills

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering

Tools

Python

Go

Bash

Job description

A leading AI compute company based in Austin, Texas is seeking a Senior Principal Network Engineer to design, deploy, and optimize advanced AI data center networks. You'll ensure high-performance computing infrastructure for next-generation workloads. Ideal candidates will have significant experience with network engineering in high-density environments, expertise in data center networking protocols, and proficiency in automation technologies. A collaborative spirit and strong communication skills are essential for this pivotal role.