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University of Texas at Austin

Principal Network Engineer

University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, us, 78716


Job Posting Title:

Principal Network EngineerHiring Department:

Dell Medical SchoolPosition Open To:

All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:

40FLSA Status:

ExemptEarliest Start Date:

ImmediatelyPosition Duration:

Expected to ContinueLocation:

AUSTIN, TXJob Details:

The Office of Information Technology at the Dell Medical School is looking for a Principal Network Engineer. The Principal Network Engineer develops and evaluates network performance criteria and measurement methods, prepares the analysis of the short-term or long-term capacity needs for switching, routing transmission and signaling, conducts network architecture design, feasibility and cost studies, develops alternative routing scenarios, and conducts economic and population growth studies to determine impact on network capacity and development plan projections. This role requires making decisions on moderately complex to more complex issues regarding technical approach for project components.This position is responsible for the planning, design, and engineering of enterprise-level infrastructure and platforms related to networking. It also provides strategic advice and guidance to functional team(s). Highly skilled with broad, advanced technical experience.This is a critical role within UT Dell Med’s IT organization responsible for engineering and design, planning, implementation, and establishment of operational and maintenance programs to deliver best-in-class next generation network infrastructure.Responsibilities:

The scope will include the following areas of concentration:Partnering with internal and external business groups to develop technical solutions to meet business objectives.Network engineering for the internal Data Centers + private cloud platforms supporting multiple software defined network overlay technologies.Planning, designing, and deploying new LAN/WAN network infrastructure and connectivity.Overseeing and performing administration, configuration, and monitoring of all network equipment (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, VPN concentrators, etc.).Support the elimination of existing datacenter dependencies to enable cloud/fastest-path access.End-point device connectivity architecture & implementations.Remote site and campus network technology to support SD-WAN implementations.Internal company wireless connectivity.WAN circuit topology and telco/carrier technical integration.L4 Troubleshooting & resolving network issues and outages.Define, document, and enforce network standards.Increasing knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.Team mentorship and support.Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Manage vendors and service providers encompassing negotiations, licensing, and adherence to service level agreements.Work to consolidate or replace legacy technologies with newer services, hardware, and applications.Communicate status updates to Manager of IT and other Principal business leaders.Research and recommend new technologies and solutions to meet business needs.Documenting and updating all network infrastructure and supported business processes.Capacity and performance planning.Integration with related infrastructure engineering efforts.Alignment and integration with information security requirements.Other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:

BS/BA in a technical field. 8+ years of technical network engineering experience. 8+ years of Layer 2/ Layer 3 network architectural design (LAN/WAN) experience. 5+ years of experience with MPLS, BGP, and other LAN/WAN routing technologies. Strong experience supporting large-scale datacenters and remote sites. Experience with Cisco networking equipment and VPN technologies. Knowledge of QoS and network security functions. Strong communication skills (oral and written) and technical understanding.Preferred Qualifications:

Network engineering certification such as CCNA through CCIE or equivalent. Familiarity with cloud architecture network designs, implementations, and support. Experience architecting and implementing large-scale wireless network infrastructure. Experience with Arista, VMware NSX-T, and other SDN technologies.Salary Range:

OPENWorking Conditions:

May work around standard office conditions.Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.Use of manual dexterity.Required Materials:

Resume/CV3 work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisorLetter of interestBackground Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons.

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