Principal II, Network Engineer

Herbalife•Torrance, CA

50d

About The Position

The Principal II, Network Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting global network services across the enterprise. This role partners with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable delivery and operational excellence. This position requires deep expertise across multiple network technologies, providing leadership in architecture, engineering, and release management across a global environment. The role collaborates with senior IT leaders, vendors, and internal technology partners, and influences strategic direction to align with business and operational goals. The team is a global, high-impact network team supporting mission-critical operations across regions. The environment is modern, focused on cloud networking, SD-WAN, and hybrid architecture, with a high ownership model and end-to-end responsibility for design, stability, and performance. There is strong cross-team collaboration with security, cloud, and infrastructure teams, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement (automation, performance, optimization).

Requirements

Bachelor’s in information technology or equivalent
7+ years’ experience in network operations or related field
Routing & Switching (Enterprise-Scale Networks)
Deep expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Advanced switching technologies and large-scale FW/LAN/WAN design
Troubleshooting and performance optimization across global networks
Cloud Networking (Public & Hybrid)
Design, implementation, and support of cloud network architectures across GCP, Azure, OCI and/or AWS
Hybrid connectivity (VPN, SD-WAN, private circuits such as ExpressRoute/Direct Connect)
Integration of on-prem and cloud network environments including Cisco ACI or VMware NSX and cloud gateway
Data Center infrastructure solutions:
Cisco (R&S), ASA/Firepower (NGFW + IDS/IPS)
Infoblox (DDI), Citrix NetScaler, Portnox NAC
Cisco and Arista platforms
Network segmentation and access control in remote offices
Comprehensive knowledge includes solutions analysis, design, deployment, and operationalization in the following areas: Cloud Edge Networking and Software Defined WAN (SD-WAN), Automation, Data Center.
Cloud
Programming/scripting languages and frameworks knowledge and experience, in support of automation (Python, Ansible, etc.)
Data Center Automation & Orchestration
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and verbal/written communication (with both technical and non-technical audiences)
Complies with policies and procedures; Takes the high road and upholds our values; Maintains confidentiality; Acts with integrity, honesty and respect.

Nice To Haves

CCIE or equivalent
Multi-lingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead technical review and governance of global network architecture, including performance, capacity, and utilization management
Define and establish network capabilities, standards, and processes to support both tactical and strategic objectives
Lead support and continuous improvement of network platforms through maintenance, enhancements, and incident resolution
Drive strategic network architecture decisions and long-term technology direction
Ensure an environment oriented to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive team effort
Proactively identify, escalate, and drive resolution of risks impacting network delivery and stability
Create and maintain detailed project plans, scope of work, and other user documentation of all moves, adds, and changes regarding the wide-area network
Evaluate existing communications systems, identify deficiencies, and make network performance recommendations
Organize workload for effective implementation
Interact effectively at all levels with sensitivity to cultural diversity
Join On-Call routine coverage to support global network operations
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering and operations teams across global regions
Drive architecture standards, best practices, and governance to ensure consistency, scalability, and reliability
Influence and align cross-functional teams (cloud, security, infrastructure) on network strategy and design decisions
Lead major initiatives and transformation programs (cloud networking, SD-WAN, infrastructure modernization)
Manage and guide vendors and strategic partners, ensuring alignment with business and technology objectives
Support team development through knowledge sharing, coaching, and technical guidance
Act as a senior escalation point for complex incidents and high-impact issues