Network Architect/Engineer leading design and evolution of Comcast's core IP network architectures. Driving initiatives in software-driven networks and mentoring engineers.
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and evolution of Comcast’s next‑generation core and regional IP network architectures.
Drives major national backbone initiatives, including software‑driven core networks, Segment Routing, and controller‑based traffic‑engineering solutions.
Leads definition, validation, and deployment of CLOS‑based architectures, multi‑plane designs, and disaggregated routing platforms.
Develops end‑to‑end IP architectures supporting services such as CRAN, Cloud DVR, VOD, multicast distribution, and commercial backhaul solutions.
Guides high‑capacity transport integrations including DWDM, 100G/400G optics, and ZR+ technologies.
Provides cross‑functional technical leadership across product, engineering, operations, and vendor teams while shaping long‑term technology roadmaps.
Oversees automation frameworks leveraging OpenConfig, YANG, and modern telemetry pipelines to standardize configuration and simplify large‑scale provisioning.
Serves as Tier‑4 escalation and SME for complex network issues, migrations, traffic shifts, M&A integrations, and large‑scale operational programs.
Mentors engineers at all levels, delivering internal training on routing technologies, automation, and tooling.
Collaborate effectively across a wide range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, peer architects, and downstream engineering teams.
Present complex technical and architectural concepts to senior leaders with clarity and confidence.
Translate high-level architectural strategies into actionable guidance for engineering teams at varying technical levels.
Operate seamlessly in multiple roles, shifting between executive level communication, peer collaboration, and deep dive engineering work.
Work closely with other senior engineers to ensure alignment, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem solving.
Blend architectural vision with hands on engineering delivery to support end-to-end solution implementation.
Requirements
18 - 20+ years of experience in large‑scale service provider or backbone network engineering.
Deep expertise with OSPF, ISIS, BGP, MPLS, Segment Routing, RSVP, and multicast protocols.
Hands‑on experience with major routing platforms including Cisco NCS/ASR/CRS, Juniper PTX/MX/QFX, Arista, white‑box solutions, and DriveNets.
Strong understanding of DWDM, 100G/400G optical transport, and ZR+ systems.
Proficiency with IOS, IOS‑XR, JunOS, and Arista EOS.
Strong programming and automation skills using Python, Perl, MySQL, InfluxDB, and telemetry stacks.
Experience building automation workflows leveraging OpenConfig and YANG models.
Deep operational understanding of production environments and the ability to diagnose issues under pressure.
Proven ability to lead multi‑year, multi‑site network architecture initiatives.
Demonstrated success in influencing vendor software/hardware roadmaps.
Strong technical depth with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and immediately engage when something goes wrong.
Creative thinker capable of approaching problems from unconventional angles and designing innovative solutions.
Strong executive presence with polished communication skills suitable for senior‑level discussions.
Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and team processes.
Unique hybrid of architecture‑level strategy and engineering‑level technical execution.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Benefits
Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.
array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools.
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