Network Lead Engineer; IT

Overview

Lead Network Engineer (application integration) to join our IT Infrastructure Operations team. In this role, you will lead the network support for application integration across multiple cloud and SaaS environments. You will act as the senior technical escalation point for complex network issues and collaborate with Enterprise Architecture, Network Architecture, Application Development, Server Administration, and Solutions Engineering teams to ensure high availability, security, and performance across on‑premise and cloud networks.

• Complex Troubleshooting & Escalation: Serve as the top-tier escalation point for critical network incidents. Diagnose and resolve complex routing issues (e.g., BGP peer failures), load balancer configurations, and complex multi‑tier application connectivity problems.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work with cross‑functional teams to support physical server builds, VLAN/VPC provisioning, and secure connectivity across environments.
• Infrastructure Management: Manage and maintain firewalls, load balancers, network fabrics (e.g., Cisco, HP Synergy), and DDI (DNS/DHCP/IPAM via Infoblox).
• Process Improvement: Develop, document, and maintain network topologies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and incident response and monitoring guidelines (e.g., Pager Duty, NNMi).

• Experience: 8+ years in enterprise network engineering, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead capacity.
• Routing & Switching: Expert knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and complex data center switching architectures (LACP, vPC, VDS, tenant separation).
• Cloud Network: Integration experience with Google GCP, AWS, and Azure; connectivity to public service providers such as Workday and Service Now.
• Security: Micro-segmentation environments (Illumio) and Palo Alto Prisma.
• Load Balancing & Security: Experience configuring and troubleshooting load balancers (VIPs, SSL offloading) and Next‑Generation Firewalls; certificate management and application integration.
• Tools: Proficiency in IPAM solutions (Infoblox), monitoring tools (Micro Focus NNMi, Pager Duty), and ITSM platforms (Service Now).
• Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders and manage cross‑team coordination.

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills with a methodical approach to troubleshooting critical infrastructure in high‑pressure situations.
• Teamwork: Collaborative mindset with a track record of guiding cross‑functional project execution.
• Accountability: Ownership of network stability and performance metrics, ensuring SLAs are met or exceeded.

DaVita Rewards package supports teammates with benefits starting on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, Headspace, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
• Professional development: Programs to help strong performers grow; access to Star Learning for on‑demand virtual leadership and development courses

Location and compensation details are aligned with experience and jurisdiction. The salary range for this role is $–$ per year. Notes on wage details by location may apply.

DaVita is an equal opportunity employer. Our selection and employment practices are conducted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. This position will be open for a minimum of three days.