ESnet Planning and Architecture Group Lead
Berkeley Lab
- California
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and supervise the Planning and Architecture Group, including staffing, mentoring, and performance management.
- Develop standardized processes, models, and tools aligned with ESnet's mission.
- Prototype new services integrating expertise across ESnet groups to drive technology strategy.
- Manage group priorities in line with ESnet's objectives, including project scoping and prioritization.
- Create a diverse, innovative work environment adhering to DOE and Lab policies.
- Serve as a professional spokesperson for LBNL and the division.
- Contribute expertise to shape the organization's future direction based on user needs and mission.
- Lead 5-7 year strategic planning for next-gen networking, computing, and storage.
- Conduct technical reviews to ensure alignment with ESnet's direction.
- Guide deployment of national-scale backbone and infrastructure.
- Develop analytic models for trend analysis.
- Transition prototypes to production with ESnet's Pilots and Prototypes group.
- Facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Foster collaborations internally and externally.
- Drive requirements gathering, feasibility studies, and system architecture aligned with the division's plan.
- Engage in outreach through articles, presentations, and direct contacts.
- Embed cybersecurity into ESnet's culture and development processes.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in a lead/supervisory role in engineering, preferably 15 years in the NREN environment.
- Proven ability to lead and develop diverse teams, resolve conflicts, and foster positive relationships.
- Expertise in project management, including scope, schedule, and budget planning and execution.
- Strong background in user requirements gathering and technical specification development.
- Familiarity with DOE Office of Science research programs and NREN communities.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with a collaborative approach.
- Experience in designing and managing complex systems in carrier backbone environments.
- Proficiency in service provisioning, resource allocation, and path computation in multi-domain networks.
- Track record of mentoring students and staff.
- Ability to present technical findings at committees and conferences.
- Travel required for project presentations and updates.
- This is a full-time career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
- This full salary range of this position is between $164,616 to $277,800 per year and is expected to pay between a targeted range of $185,196 to $226,356 per year depending upon candidate’s full skills, knowledge, and abilities, including education, certifications, and years of experience.
- This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
- Work may be performed on-site, hybrid, full-time telework or remote modes. Work must be performed within the United States.