AI & High Performance Computing (HPC) Network Senior Engineer

We are looking for a Network Engineer to design, deploy, and troubleshoot high-throughput, low-latency networks that support large-scale AI training and inference workloads.

In this role, you'll work at the intersection of high-performance computing and hyperscale infrastructure, enabling next-generation AI systems through robust and scalable networking solutions.

You'll leverage advanced networking protocols and technologies-such as RoCEv2, Infiniband, and smartNICs-while applying foundational expertise in L2/L3 networking, telemetry, and diagnostics.

A strong background in Linux-based systems, network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform), and performance tuning is essential.

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the backbone of AI infrastructure at hyperscale.

Responsibilities: * Design and deploy high-throughput, low-latency network systems to support AI training and inference infrastructure.

* Troubleshoot and optimize Linux-based networking stacks across thousands of nodes.

* Tune Linux kernel networking parameters for performance(RQ affinity, socket buffers, MTU, etc.). * Automate network provisioning, monitoring, and diagnostics using Python, Ansible, Terraform, or equivalent tools.

* Implement and manage L2/L3 network topologies, including EVPN-VLAN, BGP, OSPF, and static routing.

* Support and troubleshoot Infiniband, RoCEv2, SR-IOV, and/or smartNIC-based deployments.

* Analyze performance metrics to identify and resolve packet loss, congestion, jitter, and other network anomalies.

* Integrate telemetry and logging solutions using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and sFlow/NetFlow.

* Collaborate with security and platform teams to enforce network segmentation, ACLs, and policy enforcement.

* Participate in design reviews, capacity planning, and incident response for critical infrastructure.

Travel may be required for this role.

The amount of travel will vary from 25% to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.

Qualification Basic Qualifications: * Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Network Engineer working in Linux-dominant environments.

* Strong understanding of TCP/IP stack, multicast, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and Qos.

* Hands-on experience with network configuration on Linux systems (e.g., Netplan, systema-networkd, NetworkManager). * Proven skills in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, Git). * Experience deploying and managing enterprise-grade switches, routers, and NICs (e.g., Arista, Juniper, Mellanox, Broadcom). * Ability to troubleshoot across physical, data link, and network layers using tools like tcpdump, iperf, ethtool, nmap, etc.

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience.

(If Associate's Degree, must have minimum 6 years work experience) Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.

* Experience in hyperscale or high performance compute infrastructure, supporting Al/ML or cloud-scale services.

* Familiarity with network and HPC monitoring/provisioning tools used by hyperscale platforms at scale.

* Understanding of network security principles, including firewalls, VPNs, microsegmentation, and secure provisioning.

* Experience with zero-touch provisioning, out-of-band management, and network bootstrap pipelines.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

Information on benefits is here.

Role Location Annual Salary Range California $73,800 to $182,600 Cleveland $68,300 to $146,100 Colorado $73,800 to $157,800 District of Columbia $78,500 to $168,000 Illinois $68,300 to $157,800 Maryland $73,800 to $157,800 Massachusetts $73,800 to $168,000 Minnesota $73,800 to $157,800 New York/New Jersey $68,300 to $182,600 Washington $78,500 to $168,000 Locations