Principal Network Engineer
Location: Dallas, TX
Job Type: Contract To Hire
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The Principal Network Engineer role represents a critical leadership opportunity within the technology and cloud services industry, focusing on the design, implementation, and ongoing support of advanced network infrastructure. As a Principal Network Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving the modernization and evolution of enterprise and cloud network environments, leveraging your deep technical expertise to architect scalable, secure, and highly available solutions. This full-time position is ideal for professionals with a robust background in large-scale network engineering and a passion for innovative cloud and hybrid network solutions.
In this capacity, the Principal Network Engineer is responsible for overseeing the architecture and operational excellence of complex enterprise and cloud network systems. The position requires a hands-on technical leader who is comfortable navigating hybrid environments, including data centers, public clouds such as Azure, AWS, and GCP, and integrating advanced network security and automation strategies. Collaboration is at the core of this role, as you will work closely with architecture, security, infrastructure, and application teams to ensure all network solutions align with the organization's strategic objectives and industry best practices.
As the organization continues to advance its technology ecosystem, the Principal Network Engineer will spearhead modernization initiatives, guiding the implementation of cutting-edge network technologies and automation practices. Your expertise in network security, routing, switching, SD-WAN, and hybrid cloud connectivity will be essential in delivering reliable and secure connectivity across all environments. The role also involves providing mentorship and technical leadership to peers and less experienced engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
This position offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees also enjoy access to an Employee Stock Ownership Program and dedicated engagement management, ensuring both professional growth and personal success. The organization is recognized for its commitment to employee satisfaction and has received industry accolades for its workplace excellence.
Located in Dallas, Texas, this opportunity provides the advantage of working in a dynamic and growing technology hub, offering access to industry-leading resources and a vibrant professional community. If you are a seasoned network engineering professional seeking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking organization, this Principal Network Engineer position is the ideal next step in your career.
Principal Network Engineer - Summary- Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of enterprise and cloud network infrastructure.
- Serve as a technical authority on network initiatives involving Azure, AWS, GCP, and data center networking.
- Drive network security, automation, and modernization across hybrid environments.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable and highly available network solutions.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to network engineering teams.
- Architect and implement advanced enterprise and cloud network solutions for hybrid environments.
- Lead large-scale network modernization and transformation initiatives.
- Ensure network security best practices and compliance are upheld.
- Work closely with architecture, security, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions.
- Provide expert troubleshooting and guidance for complex network issues.
- Utilize automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices to streamline network operations.
- Act as a subject matter expert on technologies such as SD-WAN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, BGP, and OSPF.
- Deliver ongoing operational support for enterprise and cloud network environments.
- Competitive compensation package.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program.
- Access to a dedicated engagement manager for career support.
- Recognition as a top industry workplace with multiple awards for excellence.
- Minimum 10 years of enterprise network engineering experience in large-scale environments.
- Extensive experience with hybrid cloud networking across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP.
- Expertise in routing, switching, SD-WAN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, BGP, and OSPF.
- Proven ability to lead network architecture and infrastructure modernization projects.
- Strong background in network security, automation/IaC, and troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Innovative thinker with a proven track record in enterprise and cloud network engineering.
- Effective communicator and collaborator across technical and non-technical teams.
- Proactive approach to network security, reliability, and performance optimization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in large-scale, complex environments.
- Committed to continuous learning and staying current with emerging network technologies.
- This full-time opportunity is based in Dallas, Texas, a leading technology hub offering excellent resources and a supportive professional community.
- The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, fully complying with EEO standards.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- IDR complies with governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements and invites employees to voluntarily self-identify for civil rights laws and regulations. Submission is voluntary and confidential.
If you are ready to elevate your career as a Principal Network Engineer, take the next step by clicking the application button to submit your application and join a forward-thinking technology organization dedicated to innovation and excellence.