Subject Matter Expert (SME) – Computer Networks & Computer Architecture

Job Description

Subject Matter Expert – Computer Networks & Computer Architecture | Newton School

The Tone:
This is a full-time role at Newton School of Technology, partnered with Rishihood University, located in Sonipat, Haryana, India. This collaboration aims to build a future-forward model for technology education, blending academic rigor with industry relevance. This role is crucial for ensuring students develop deep technical knowledge and practical application skills, preparing them for successful careers in real-world technology.

The TL;DR
• Role: Full Time
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, Sonipat, Haryana, India

• Team: Academic Team, collaborating with faculty, instructors, and Teaching Assistants
• Mission: Strengthen course delivery, curriculum, learning content, labs, assessments, and student outcomes across Computer Networks and Computer Architecture.
• Tech Stack: Linux/Unix systems, Wireshark, Linux networking utilities, simulators/emulators, scripting environments

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support Teaching: Deliver classroom lectures, lab sessions, and tutorials, simplifying complex technical concepts for students.
• Develop Content: Create, review, and continuously improve course materials, including assignments, quizzes, projects, and practical learning experiences.
• Enhance Practical Learning: Design and support hands-on labs and exercises related to network configuration, packet analysis, and system-level concepts.
• Mentor Students: Guide students on technical concepts, project development, interview preparation, and provide targeted support to improve learning outcomes.
• Collaborate Academically: Partner with faculty and academic teams to ensure consistency in course delivery and contribute to academic planning and improvement.

The Must-Haves
• Background: M.Tech / M.E. / Ph.D. in Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Networks, Computer Architecture, or a related discipline is preferred; a B.Tech / B.E. with strong subject expertise and significant experience may also be considered. Demonstrated strong academic foundation and practical expertise in Computer Networks and/or Computer Architecture are essential.
• Experience: 1+ years of experience in academia, teaching, technical training, mentoring, research, or relevant industry roles. Prior experience as a Subject Matter Expert, Faculty, Instructor, or Systems/Network Engineer is strongly preferred, with an emphasis on hands-on expertise and a passion for teaching.
• Skills: Strong conceptual and practical understanding of OSI & TCP/IP models, IPv4/IPv6, routing/switching, network security, and socket programming; deep knowledge of CPU architecture, memory hierarchy, pipelining, and I/O organization. Proficiency in designing and supporting practical labs using Linux/Unix, networking tools, and scripting environments, coupled with strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Bonus: Experience in curriculum/content development, familiarity with outcome-based education, and exposure to system design, distributed systems, cloud computing, or backend engineering is a plus, with immediate joiners preferred.