Hybrid Senior Principal Network Architecture Engineer

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About the role

  • 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.
  • helping you care for those who matter most.

Job title

Senior Principal Network Architecture Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$196,029 - $294,044 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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