Network Principal Engineer

DaVita Kidney Care•Denver, CO

1d•$129,000 - $205,000

About The Position

The Network Principal Engineer owns the design, strategy, and execution of DaVita’s future-state hybrid cloud and data center network architecture. The role leads major enterprise technology initiatives, including Google Cloud Platform (GCP) network design and the next phase of infrastructure modernization through the Move to Cloud program. It also identifies structural optimizations and develops ROI business cases for network enhancements. The position serves as the enterprise network lead for strategic security infrastructure engagements, including Palo Alto, Global Protect, and Illumio deployments. It leads the expansion of Infrastructure as Code and automation, particularly Terraform scripting for GCP and hybrid cloud deployments. The engineer establishes and governs cross-functional network standards and is the escalation point for complex, multi-layer routing and firewall issues. This role provides technical mentorship and coaching across the Network Engineering organization, guides the team’s technical transition by delegating tactical operational needs to Lead Engineers, and translates complex technical concepts into actionable business narratives for leadership and executive stakeholders. It partners with Development, Application Support, Security, and Architecture teams to integrate network designs into broader enterprise solutions, while fostering belonging, continuous improvement, and cross-team trust. DaVita’s rewards package includes benefits for eligible teammates beginning on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. The posted annual salary range is $129,000 to $205,000. Compensation depends on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

Requirements

Extensive enterprise network engineering background, with proven experience driving architectural strategy and large-scale cloud network deployments.
Deep knowledge of complex enterprise network topologies, perimeter security, advanced routing, and firewall configurations, including Palo Alto and complex ACL/firewall modifications.
Advanced command of modern cloud network architectures; GCP is heavily preferred.
Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform.
Strong troubleshooting ability, including rapidly diagnosing multi-layer issues and taking end-to-end accountability for technical resolution.
Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence skills.
Demonstrated experience mentoring engineering talent and influencing cross-functional leaders without formal direct-reporting authority.

Nice To Haves

Advanced cloud network architecture expertise, with GCP heavily preferred.

Responsibilities

Own the design, strategy, and execution of DaVita’s future-state hybrid cloud and data center network architecture.
Lead enterprise technology initiatives, including GCP network design and the next phase of the Move to Cloud infrastructure modernization.
Identify and drive structural optimizations and develop ROI business cases for network enhancements.
Lead strategic network security infrastructure engagements, including Palo Alto, Global Protect, and Illumio deployments.
Expand Infrastructure as Code and automation, specifically using Terraform for GCP and hybrid cloud deployments.
Establish and govern cross-functional network standards.
Serve as the escalation point for complex, multi-layer routing and firewall issues.
Mentor and coach engineers across the Network Engineering organization.
Guide the team's technical transition by delegating tactical operational needs to Lead Engineers.
Translate complex technical concepts into actionable business narratives for cross-functional leadership and executives.
Partner with Development, Application Support, Security, and Architecture teams to integrate network designs into enterprise solutions.
Foster belonging, continuous improvement, and cross-team trust.