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High Performance Computing roles at national labs, research universities, and large-scale cloud providers regularly sponsor foreign professionals for EB-2 and EB-3 green cards through PERM labor certification. Sponsorship typically requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available, making your HPC specialization, parallel computing expertise, and domain-specific research background central to building a strong case.
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Get Access To All JobsLOCATION: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
INTRODUCTION:
The High Performance Computing Network Engineer II performs general network administration tasks for the University's High Performance Computing Center (HPCC) and, as needed, for the University's enterprise wired and wireless networks. Maintains and supports the University's HPCC network equipment and operating systems, including switches, access points, controllers, uninterruptible power supplies, and security devices. Serves as escalation resource for routing, performance, and other network problems. Participates in network problem identification, analysis, and resolution for low- to moderate-complexity problems. Assists with the strategy, planning, and design of the University's HPCC network.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
Supports the functionality and availability of UA's HPCC network by performing network engineering and administration independently or as directed. Handles ticket resolution. Manages Layer 2 switch configuration and deployment. Plans and manages the network fiber path. Performs IPAM configurations. Manages network closet UPS. Manages inventory and surplus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree and some network engineering experience; OR
- Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of network engineering experience; OR
- Associate's degree and four (4) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering; OR
- High school diploma or GED and six (6) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DEPARTMENT MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
- Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies.
- Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Broad, in-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol suite, specifically relating to routing of IP packets (RIP, OSPF, EGP, BGP, PIM).
- Knowledge of IP data wired and wireless networks, including architecture, configuration, LAN and WAN protocols, and network security standards.
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently to complete goals.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree and one (1) year of network engineering experience.
- CCNA certification.
- Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience in a High Performance Computer Center with the following hardware/software experience: Cisco's NEXUS Dashboard, Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco Catalyst switches (IOS), Cisco Aironet APs, Cisco wireless controllers, Check Point firewalls, IP address management tools, OSFP/BGP protocols, or Cisco VPN/Anyconnect.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION STATEMENT:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
LOCATION: Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
INTRODUCTION:
The High Performance Computing Network Engineer II performs general network administration tasks for the University's High Performance Computing Center (HPCC) and, as needed, for the University's enterprise wired and wireless networks. Maintains and supports the University's HPCC network equipment and operating systems, including switches, access points, controllers, uninterruptible power supplies, and security devices. Serves as escalation resource for routing, performance, and other network problems. Participates in network problem identification, analysis, and resolution for low- to moderate-complexity problems. Assists with the strategy, planning, and design of the University's HPCC network.
ADDITIONAL DEPARTMENT SUMMARY:
Supports the functionality and availability of UA's HPCC network by performing network engineering and administration independently or as directed. Handles ticket resolution. Manages Layer 2 switch configuration and deployment. Plans and manages the network fiber path. Performs IPAM configurations. Manages network closet UPS. Manages inventory and surplus.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree and some network engineering experience; OR
- Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of network engineering experience; OR
- Associate's degree and four (4) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering; OR
- High school diploma or GED and six (6) years of IT experience to include two (2) years of network engineering.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DEPARTMENT MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
- Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies.
- Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Broad, in-depth knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol suite, specifically relating to routing of IP packets (RIP, OSPF, EGP, BGP, PIM).
- Knowledge of IP data wired and wireless networks, including architecture, configuration, LAN and WAN protocols, and network security standards.
- Strong technical troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work independently to complete goals.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree and one (1) year of network engineering experience.
- CCNA certification.
- Three (3) or more years of hands-on experience in a High Performance Computer Center with the following hardware/software experience: Cisco's NEXUS Dashboard, Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco Catalyst switches (IOS), Cisco Aironet APs, Cisco wireless controllers, Check Point firewalls, IP address management tools, OSFP/BGP protocols, or Cisco VPN/Anyconnect.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION STATEMENT:
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.
The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in High Performance Computing
Document your HPC credentials before applying
Gather publications, conference presentations, and performance benchmarking results that tie your work to specific architectures like MPI clusters or GPU-accelerated systems. PERM audits often require evidence distinguishing your specialty from a general software engineer's qualifications.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
National laboratories, HPC-focused research centers, and defense contractors file PERM applications far more routinely than typical startups. Filtering your job search by employers with documented green card sponsorship history saves months of misaligned applications.
Search sponsoring HPC employers through Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces HPC roles at employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which postings lead to PERM. Filter by job title and sponsorship status to reach hiring managers who already understand the EB-2 and EB-3 process.
Verify your prevailing wage tier early
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiating an offer. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the DOL wage level, and mismatches discovered late can stall or restart the PERM process.
Understand how EB-2 NIW applies to HPC research
If your work advances national research infrastructure, computational science, or federally funded modeling projects, a National Interest Waiver petition lets you self-petition under EB-2 without employer-sponsored PERM. USCIS evaluates the broader impact of your HPC contributions when assessing NIW eligibility.
Clarify sponsorship terms before accepting any offer
Ask the employer whether PERM filing is contingent on continued employment, who covers attorney fees, and how long they've sponsored similar roles before. Misaligned expectations about who controls the I-140 petition after you start can create serious problems later.
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Find High Performance Computing JobsHigh Performance Computing Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Do HPC roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most HPC positions qualify for EB-2 when the role requires a master's degree or equivalent in computer science, computational physics, or a related field. Roles with a bachelor's degree minimum typically fall under EB-3. Employers sponsor both categories through the PERM labor certification process, and your actual classification depends on the specific job requirements your employer documents with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for an HPC professional?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with an annual lottery cap, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. The PERM process takes longer than H-1B petitioning, often 18 to 36 months from start to approval, but the outcome is a permanent status change rather than a renewable temporary authorization you depend on winning again.
What does the PERM labor certification process require for HPC jobs?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. For HPC roles, this means advertising with requirements tied specifically to your technical specialization, such as experience with specific parallel computing frameworks or domain science applications. DOL then reviews whether the recruitment was conducted properly before certifying the PERM application.
How do I find HPC employers who actively sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified green card sponsorship history, so you can identify HPC employers who have completed PERM filings for similar roles rather than assuming sponsorship from vague job posting language. National labs, university research computing centers, and large cloud infrastructure teams are among the most consistent sponsors for HPC-specific positions.
Can I use O*NET occupation data to strengthen my PERM case?
O*NET provides standardized task and skill descriptions for HPC-related occupations that can help align your job duties with recognized specialty occupation classifications. Employers and attorneys sometimes reference O*NET profiles when drafting PERM job requirements to ensure the listed qualifications are defensible and accurately reflect the complexity of the role being sponsored.
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