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InterSystems We are seeking a visionary and technically elite
Principal Network Engineer
to lead the design, architecture, and operations of our global network infrastructure. This role encompasses
on-premises data centers ,
multi-cloud environments
(including AWS, Azure, and/or GCP), and
Kubernetes-based networking . You will drive our strategic direction, influence global network policies, and act as a critical escalation point for complex networking issues.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Architecture Architect and evolve a hybrid global network across on-prem and public cloud environments. Define and enforce network segmentation, routing, firewall, VPN, and DNS strategies across platforms. Integrate container-based networking with Kubernetes (e.g., CNI plugins, service meshes, ingress controllers). Cloud Networking Build and manage scalable, secure network infrastructure in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP. Implement hybrid connectivity models such as Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and VPN gateways. Optimize cloud network costs and performance with advanced routing and traffic policies. Kubernetes & Microservices Networking Implement service meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and ingress/egress policies for microservices communication. Drive adoption of zero-trust networking within Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate with platform teams to ensure seamless integration between networking and container orchestration. Operations & Troubleshooting Serve as highest-level escalation for network performance, latency, and connectivity issues. Own monitoring, logging, and alerting for global network health and security. Mentor global engineering teams and lead incident response for critical network-related outages. Strategy & Leadership Define global network strategy aligned with organizational security and compliance objectives. Evaluate and implement next-gen technologies (e.g., SD-WAN, NAC, cloud firewalls, NDR). Lead vendor evaluations, RFPs, and lifecycle management for network infrastructure and tooling.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a principal or lead role. Deep expertise in enterprise networking: routing, switching, firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet), BGP, OSPF. Proven experience with cloud-native networking across AWS, Azure, or GCP. Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes networking: CNI plugins, DNS, ingress/egress traffic flow, network policies. Strong knowledge of automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for network provisioning and management. Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ThousandEyes, Wireshark). Strong scripting or programming skills (Python, Go, or Bash). Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global, cross-functional teams.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. InterSystems is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
About InterSystems
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit
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Principal Network Engineer
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InterSystems 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Principal Network Engineer
role at
InterSystems We are seeking a visionary and technically elite
Principal Network Engineer
to lead the design, architecture, and operations of our global network infrastructure. This role encompasses
on-premises data centers ,
multi-cloud environments
(including AWS, Azure, and/or GCP), and
Kubernetes-based networking . You will drive our strategic direction, influence global network policies, and act as a critical escalation point for complex networking issues.
Key Responsibilities
Design & Architecture Architect and evolve a hybrid global network across on-prem and public cloud environments. Define and enforce network segmentation, routing, firewall, VPN, and DNS strategies across platforms. Integrate container-based networking with Kubernetes (e.g., CNI plugins, service meshes, ingress controllers). Cloud Networking Build and manage scalable, secure network infrastructure in AWS, Azure, and/or GCP. Implement hybrid connectivity models such as Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and VPN gateways. Optimize cloud network costs and performance with advanced routing and traffic policies. Kubernetes & Microservices Networking Implement service meshes (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and ingress/egress policies for microservices communication. Drive adoption of zero-trust networking within Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate with platform teams to ensure seamless integration between networking and container orchestration. Operations & Troubleshooting Serve as highest-level escalation for network performance, latency, and connectivity issues. Own monitoring, logging, and alerting for global network health and security. Mentor global engineering teams and lead incident response for critical network-related outages. Strategy & Leadership Define global network strategy aligned with organizational security and compliance objectives. Evaluate and implement next-gen technologies (e.g., SD-WAN, NAC, cloud firewalls, NDR). Lead vendor evaluations, RFPs, and lifecycle management for network infrastructure and tooling.
Required Qualifications
10+ years of experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a principal or lead role. Deep expertise in enterprise networking: routing, switching, firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto, Fortinet), BGP, OSPF. Proven experience with cloud-native networking across AWS, Azure, or GCP. Advanced knowledge of Kubernetes networking: CNI plugins, DNS, ingress/egress traffic flow, network policies. Strong knowledge of automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for network provisioning and management. Experience with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ThousandEyes, Wireshark). Strong scripting or programming skills (Python, Go, or Bash). Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global, cross-functional teams.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. InterSystems is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
About InterSystems
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide. For more information, please visit
InterSystems.com . Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Information Technology Industries Software Development Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at InterSystems by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Principal Network Engineer” roles.
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Andover, MA $99,920.00-$130,000.00 5 days ago Lynnfield, MA $142,300.00-$166,000.00 1 week ago Waltham, MA $111,000.00-$158,000.00 1 week ago Boston, MA $125,000.00-$140,000.00 4 days ago Sr. Network Engineer, Marlborough, Hybrid, Full-time, 5 Days In-Office/ Month Requirement
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