What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Network Engineer position at SUPERMICRO COMPUTER INC?
Job Req ID: 28754
About Supermicro:
Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
Job Summary:
Supermicro team is seeking a IT Network Engineer to support daily operations of high-performance networking infrastructure within AI lab and data center environments. This role focuses on rack-level deployment, cabling, switch configuration support, and troubleshooting connectivity for GPU clusters and storage systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Salary Range
$86,000 - $100,000
The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
About Supermicro:
Supermicro is a Top Tier provider of advanced server, storage, and networking solutions for Data Center, Cloud Computing, Enterprise IT, Hadoop/ Big Data, Hyperscale, HPC and IoT/Embedded customers worldwide. We are the #5 fastest growing company among the Silicon Valley Top 50 technology firms. Our unprecedented global expansion has provided us with the opportunity to offer a large number of new positions to the technology community. We seek talented, passionate, and committed engineers, technologists, and business leaders to join us.
Job Summary:
Supermicro team is seeking a IT Network Engineer to support daily operations of high-performance networking infrastructure within AI lab and data center environments. This role focuses on rack-level deployment, cabling, switch configuration support, and troubleshooting connectivity for GPU clusters and storage systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Rack & stack network switches (10G/25G/100G/200G/400G Ethernet)
- Install and label fiber (QSFP, OSFP, DAC/AOC)
- Configure switch ports (VLAN, trunk, access mode)
- Support spine-leaf network deployments
- Troubleshoot Layer 1-Layer 3 connectivity issues
- Perform link validation (iperf, ping, basic throughput testing)
- Support MLAG / LACP configuration under guidance
- Replace failed optics, cables, or line cards
- Monitor network health dashboards
- Document lab topology and port mappings
- Support GPU server connectivity and NIC validation
Qualifications:
- Required Skills (Basic-Intermediate):
- 2-4 years hands-on data center networking and network operations experience
- Strong understanding of:
- TCP/IP
- VLANs
- Subnetting
- Basic routing concepts
- Experience with Cisco / Arista / similar switches
- Comfortable working in lab / high-density rack environments
- Basic Linux CLI familiarity
- Basic VPN understanding is a plus
- Exposure to high-speed Ethernet (100G ) is a plus
- Basic understanding of network topologies is a plus
- Basic understanding of firewall & security is a plus
- Basic understanding of GPU clusters is a plus
- CCNA or similar network/security certification is a plus
- Education: Bachelor's or equivalent degree in a relevant field.
- Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges.
- Strong project management skills.
Salary Range
$86,000 - $100,000
The salary offered will depend on several factors, including your location, level, education, training, specific skills, years of experience, and comparison to other employees already in this role. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, candidates may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as participation in bonus and equity award programs.
EEO Statement
Supermicro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of Supermicro to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
Salary : $86,000 - $100,000