Principal Network Engineer

Responsibilities

• Serve as the principal technical authority for enterprise networking, defining long-term network architecture and strategy
• Architect, design, and govern large-scale, highly available, and secure network environments across data centers, cloud, hybrid, and global WANs
• Own network reference architectures, standards, and design patterns
• Lead the design and execution of complex initiatives such as data center modernization, cloud networking transformations, SD-WAN deployments, and zero-trust network architectures
• Evaluate network technologies, service providers, and vendors
• Mentor senior and staff-level network engineers

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Networking Architecture, Design, Implementation, and Test Automation
• Strong foundation in IT network and systems methodology
• In-depth knowledge of networking protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, TCP/IP)
• Experience with logical design models (L2/L3, VPC, VDC, Datacenter Zones, Spanning Tree, VRF, VTP, VLANs, and cabling)
• Working technical knowledge of network control protocols (QoS, PfR, PoE, NTP, DHCP) and management protocols (CDP, FTP, TFTP, SNMP)
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP or CCIE

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering
• Technical certifications like Network+, MCSE, or Security+

Benefits

• Base salary range of $170,000 – $220,000
• Company equity
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid parental leave

About the Company

K2 is building the largest and highest-power satellites ever flown, unlocking performance levels previously out of reach across every orbit. Backed by leading investors, K2 is mass-producing high-power satellite platforms for missions from LEO to deep space.