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**Principal Network Engineer (Grade 6)** Lead core network routing and switching, focusing on stability, automation, and innovation. Engineer VXLAN overlay and underlay environments, support enterprise infrastructure projects, and maintain network security. Requires 5-8 years of network security or firewall engineering experience, strong communication and analytical skills, and advanced knowledge in Cisco and HPE networking platforms, BGP, OSPF, VRF, and VXLAN. Familiarity with scripting languages and REST APIs is a plus. Join Fidelity's dynamic team in their Data Center & Network Services group, driving mission-critical services and building experience in a evolving network and security landscape.
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Job Description:
Principal Network Engineer, Grade 6
The Role
The Principal Network Engineer on the Network Core and Site Engineering team is responsible for the design, engineering, and implementation of Fidelity Investments datacenter and co-location core network routing and switching with a focus on stability, automation, and innovation. Engineer and operate the VXLAN overlay and underlay network environments traversing multiple platforms, supporting Enterprise Infrastructure teams on projects including engineering and implementing new and upgrading existing network hardware, code certification as well as keeping the network secure through tactical change management. Additional duties include operational support and participation in on-call rotation.
The Expertise and Skills You Bring
- 5 8 plus years of progressive network security or firewall engineering experience.
- Bachelors Degree Preferred (or equivalent experience).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, clearly conveying technical concepts and recommendations to engineers and business partners.
- Advanced analytical and problemsolving capabilities, leading structured troubleshooting in complex network and firewall environments.
- Effective collaboration skills across domains, peers and crossfunctional partners.
- Continuous learning and technical curiosity, experience staying current with evolving network and security technologies.
- Consistent operational discipline, takes initiative in work complying with standards, change controls, and regulatory expectations.
- Operates as a trusted active advisor, proactively guiding business partners on network and firewall security considerations.
- Focused Curiosity, Initiative, Logical Mindset, Inquisitive, Communication (listening, speaking, writing, presentation), Time Management, Results driven, Tactical Planning
- Strong working knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, and switching, with the ability to independently troubleshoot and resolve moderate to complex network issues across enterprise environments.
- Experienced in engineering and supporting large scale enterprise infrastructure technologies for compute infrastructure connectivity over EVPN-VXLAN overlay networks.
- Expert knowledge configuring and supporting HPE and Cisco networking platforms.
- Network Engineering and Troubleshooting skills:
- Routing Protocols: BGP, OSPF, VRF
- Switched Protocols: PVST, RPVST, HSRP/VRRP
- Monitoring Protocols: SNMP, Syslog, Telemetry
- Datacenter design and support experience:
- Overlay technologies VXLAN
- EVPN-BGP
- Experience with EVPN-VXLAN configuration and troubleshooting.
- Documentation of complex technologies and topologies using Visio.
- Knowledge of common network services (DNS/DHCP/HTTP/SSH)
- Infrastructure automation experience and familiarity of scripting languages (bash/python/ansible) and interacting with Rest APIs
- Provide technical support and assistance troubleshooting during on-call period and for impacting issues.
- Solid understanding of network observability and monitoring systems
Desired Experience
- Computer Science/Network Engineering Bachelors degree or 8 plus years of related experience
- Cisco CCNA/CCNP/CCIE or other network engineer certifications preferred
The Team
As part of Fidelitys Enterprise Infrastructure & Operations (EI&O) organization, the Data Center & Network Services (DCNS) team plays a critical role in delivering the secure, resilient, and highly available network and infrastructure services that power Fidelitys business. DCNS supports an increasingly digital and alwayson environment by enabling enterprise connectivity, network security, and operational stability at scale. Within EI&Owhich serves as the backbone of Fidelitys technology ecosystemDCNS partners closely with technology and business teams to modernize infrastructure, simplify operations, and ensure reliable experiences for both associates and customers. Joining this team means contributing to missioncritical services while building foundational experience in a dynamic, evolving network and security landscape.
Fidelitys Onsite Working Model
Fidelity is transitioning to a full-time onsite working model through a phased rollout across regions and roles. Currently, some roles and locations require 100% onsite presence, while others require less. Onsite expectations are likely to evolve as the rollout continues. This transition does not apply to fully remote roles.
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Information TechnologyPlease be advised that Fidelitys business is governed by the provisions of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, the Investment Company Act of 1940, ERISA, numerous state laws governing securities, investment and retirement-related financial activities and the rules and regulations of numerous self-regulatory organizations, including FINRA, among others. Those laws and regulations may restrict Fidelity from hiring and/or associating with individuals with certain Criminal Histories.
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Company overview
Company overview
At Fidelity, we are passionate about making our financial expertise broadly accessible and effective in helping people live the lives they want. We are a privately held company that places a high degree of value in creating and nurturing a work environment that attracts the best talent and reflects our commitment to our associates. We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our associates for their unique perspectives and experience.
Reasonable accommodations
Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to accommodations@fmr.com, or by calling 800-835-5099, prompt 2, option 3.
Equal opportunity employer
Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging.
Applicant screening
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