High Performance Computing Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
High Performance Computing roles rank among the most consistently sponsored positions in the U.S. tech industry. Employers filing H-1B visa petitions for HPC engineers cite computer science and electrical engineering as the standard qualifying degrees, and most roles clear the specialty occupation threshold without difficulty. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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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 High Performance Computing Jobs
Lead with systems-level impact
HPC hiring managers want to see benchmark improvements, cluster scale, and latency reductions, not just tool names. Frame your resume around measurable outcomes on real workloads. Sponsors are investing in a visa petition; specificity justifies that investment.
Target national labs and research universities
Argonne, Oak Ridge, NREL, and major research universities run large HPC programs and sponsor visas regularly. These employers often have established immigration pipelines, making the sponsorship conversation easier than with smaller commercial shops.
Align your degree field explicitly
H-1B approval for HPC roles depends on demonstrating a direct connection between your degree field and the job. Computer science, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, and computational physics all map cleanly. Generalist degrees require stronger supporting documentation.
Highlight parallel programming expertise prominently
Proficiency in MPI, CUDA, OpenMP, or similar frameworks signals genuine HPC specialization to both employers and USCIS. This technical specificity strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's H-1B petition and accelerates internal sponsorship approval decisions.
Engage employers before H-1B registration opens
H-1B cap-subject filings require employer registration in March. Starting conversations in October through January gives employers time to assess your profile, consult immigration counsel, and commit. Late outreach often means missing that year's lottery cycle entirely.
Consider cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, affiliated research institutions, and certain nonprofits are exempt from the H-1B annual cap and lottery. HPC positions at these organizations can be filed year-round, with no lottery risk, significantly improving your probability of getting status quickly.
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Find High Performance Computing JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Do High Performance Computing roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. HPC engineer and HPC systems administrator roles consistently meet the H-1B specialty occupation standard because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, or a directly related field. USCIS has a strong approval record for these positions. The key is that the job description must reflect genuine technical complexity, not just operational system administration.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B in an HPC role?
A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, computational science, applied mathematics, or physics is the standard baseline. The degree field must relate directly to the HPC role's core functions. A general IT or business degree is unlikely to support the petition on its own. If your degree is adjacent, your employer's immigration attorney may supplement the petition with expert opinion letters explaining the connection.
Are HPC jobs harder to get sponsored for than standard software engineering roles?
No, if anything, they're slightly easier. HPC positions involve specialized knowledge of parallel computing architectures, distributed systems, and performance optimization that USCIS adjudicators recognize as requiring specific advanced education. The technical depth reduces the risk of a Request for Evidence on specialty occupation grounds. The larger challenge is finding employers who run HPC infrastructure, which is concentrated in national labs, cloud providers, and research-intensive sectors.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor H-1B visas for HPC positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship willingness, so you're not cold-applying to employers who don't sponsor. National laboratories, hyperscale cloud providers, financial services firms running quantitative models, and defense contractors are the most active HPC sponsors. Searching Migrate Mate by the HPC job category surfaces roles where sponsorship is already part of the employer's hiring plan, not an afterthought.
Can I use OPT or STEM OPT to work in an HPC role while waiting for H-1B?
Yes. HPC roles at qualifying employers are eligible for STEM OPT extension, giving F-1 graduates up to three years of post-graduation work authorization. Computer science, electrical engineering, and computational science degrees all appear on the STEM designated degree program list. You'll need a formal training plan and employer compliance with e-Verify. STEM OPT gives you time to go through one or two H-1B lottery cycles without losing your job.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored High Performance Computing jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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