Principal Core Network Architect: Scale, Automate, Lead

MDP Global; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MDP Global in Denver, CO seeks a Principal Core Network Engineer to lead architecture and technical vision for our global network infrastructure. You'll drive next-gen networking incl. Segment Routing and mentor engineers to raise the team's capability.

You'll shape network strategy, ensure stability and performance across enterprise-grade environments, and bridge business priorities with scalable automation and resilient execution. Experience with RSVP-TE/LDP, QoS, and security is highly valued.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in large-scale ISP network engineering and architecture.
• Expert-level mastery of OSPF and ISIS.
• Deep expertise in BGP (iBGP, eBGP, communities, policy routing).
• Advanced knowledge of MPLS (L2/L3 VPNs, multicast, RSVP traffic engineering).
• Strong understanding of network security, QoS, and high-availability network design.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale high-availability service provider or enterprise-grade networks
• Lead the transition to next-generation network architectures, including Segment Routing
• Optimize core routing protocols (OSPF, ISIS, BGP) to improve network performance and stability
• Architect and maintain MPLS-based services, including RSVP-TE and LDP
• Serve as the final escalation point during critical, large-scale network outages
• Mentor junior and senior engineers to raise the team's collective technical expertise
• Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual configuration and human error

Skills

Segment Routing

OSPF

ISIS

BGP

MPLS

Automation

High availability design

Mentoring

Security

Job description

MDP Global in Denver, CO seeks a Principal Core Network Engineer to lead architecture and technical vision for our global network infrastructure. You'll drive next-gen networking incl. Segment Routing and mentor engineers to raise the team's capability.

You'll shape network strategy, ensure stability and performance across enterprise-grade environments, and bridge business priorities with scalable automation and resilient execution. Experience with RSVP-TE/LDP, QoS, and security is highly valued.