Network Engineer, HPC - Paris Region

Requirements

• Proficiency in HPC networking protocols (InfiniBand, RoCE, TCP/IP, MPLS)
• Hands-on experience with network hardware (switches, routers, NICs) from vendors like Mellanox, Cisco, or Arista
• Knowledge of network automation tools (Ansible, Python scripting)
• Familiarity with HPC environments, parallel computing, and distributed systems
• Experience with network security best practices

What You'll Be Doing

• Design, implement, and optimize high-performance, low-latency network architectures for HPC environments, including InfiniBand, RoCE, and high-speed Ethernet
• Collaborate with HPC, DevOps, and AI research teams to integrate networking solutions with compute clusters, storage systems, and cloud platforms
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network issues to minimize downtime and maximize performance
• Follow escalation procedures and ensure solutions are provided in a timely manner. Ensure escalation is progressing accordingly with the given severity
• Monitor network performance, capacity, and security, implementing improvements as needed
• Stay updated with emerging HPC networking technologies and best practices, and drive their adoption within Mistral
• Develop and maintain documentation for network architectures, configurations, and operational procedures

Nice to Haves

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Excellent communication skills (English required; French is a plus)
• Teaching and documentation skills to ensure knowledge is archived and distributed to team members

Perks and Benefits

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in scaling Mistral’s cutting-edge AI infrastructure
• Growth: Opportunity to shape data centre operations from the ground up in a high-growth startup environment
• Collaboration: Work with a talented, cross-functional team passionate about AI and technology
• Flexibility: Competitive compensation, benefits, and the chance to contribute to revolutionary projects