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Patientco

Staff Network Engineer

Lehi, UT · Hybrid

This is a hands-on Staff Individual Contributor role with direct ownership of architecture ... WHAT YOU'LL DO Google Cloud Network Architecture & Engineering (Primary) Architect and implement ...

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Staff Network Engineer

Lehi, UT · Hybrid

This is a hands-on Staff Individual Contributor role with direct ownership of architecture ... WHAT YOU'LL DO Google Cloud Network Architecture & Engineering (Primary) Architect and implement ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for director network engineering in Utah is $177,258.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $128,800.00 and $230,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Network Engineering is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and maintenance of an organization’s network infrastructure. They lead a team of engineers, ensure network security and scalability, and collaborate with other departments to support business goals. Their role includes managing budgets, vendor relationships, and staying updated on emerging technologies. Strong leadership, technical expertise, and strategic thinking are essential for success in this role.

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To thrive as a Director of Network Engineering, you need deep expertise in network architecture, infrastructure management, and leadership, typically supported by a bachelor's or master’s degree in a related field and significant professional experience. Familiarity with networking hardware, cloud networking solutions, network monitoring tools, and certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent is highly valued. Strong strategic thinking, communication, and team management skills are crucial for effectively leading cross-functional teams and ensuring smooth project delivery. These skills are vital for driving network reliability, scaling solutions, and aligning technology strategies with business goals.

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A Director of Network Engineering often faces challenges such as managing complex, large-scale network infrastructures, ensuring high availability and security, and keeping up with rapidly evolving technologies. Balancing business needs with technical constraints, overseeing incident response, and maintaining regulatory compliance are also key aspects of the role. Success in these areas typically involves proactive planning, building a skilled and well-coordinated team, and fostering open communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Many organizations support Directors of Network Engineering with ongoing professional development, collaborative peer groups, and robust technology resources to tackle these challenges effectively.

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Staff Network Engineer

Staff Network Engineer

Patientco

Lehi, UT • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THIS POSITION

The Staff Network Engineer designs, implements, and operates Waystar's enterprise network infrastructure with a primary focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) networking and hybrid connectivity. This is a hands-on Staff Individual Contributor role with direct ownership of architecture, implementation, and ongoing operations.
The role serves as a technical authority for scalable, secure, and highly available network solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, partnering closely with Security, Cloud Platform, Operations, and Engineering teams to influence standards and delivery.
This position may support internal and external, client-facing initiatives in collaboration with Professional Services and Outsourcing functions in support of solution delivery and implementation.
The role participates in a week-at-a-time on-call rotation, providing escalation support for complex network issues across on-premises and cloud environments.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Google Cloud Network Architecture & Engineering (Primary)

Architect and implement enterprise-scale GCP network designs including VPC architecture (including Shared VPC where applicable), subnets/IP strategy, routing, and segmentation.
Design and operate hybrid connectivity patterns using Cloud Interconnect and/or Cloud VPN, including dynamic routing (BGP) and high availability/resiliency.
Implement and govern GCP network security controls (firewall policy, segmentation, and platform-native protections such as Cloud Armor where relevant).
Establish operational observability and troubleshooting practices using GCP-native networking telemetry (e.g., flow logs/insights and network operations tooling).

Infrastructure as Code & Automation (Terraform Required)

Build and maintain Terraform for GCP network infrastructure (VPCs, routes, Cloud Router, NAT, firewall policy), emphasizing reusable modules, reviewable changes, and safe rollouts.
Partner with platform/DevOps teams to integrate network IaC into CI/CD workflows and governance (standards, validations, drift detection, and documentation).

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • 8-10+ years of progressive network engineering experience in largescale enterprise environments, with demonstrated success operating at a senior, lead, or architectural level.
  • Deep expertise designing and operating complex network architectures across Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and onpremises environments, including routing, segmentation, and highavailability hybrid connectivity.
  • Proven experience applying infrastructure as code (Terraform required) to network platforms, including standards, automation, and safe change management.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with Security, Cloud Platform, DevOps, and Engineering teams, including participation in deliveryoriented and clientfacing initiatives.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to articulate technical designs, tradeoffs, and risks to diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience participating in oncall or escalation rotations for critical infrastructure environments.
  • Cloud networking or relevant industry certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Professional Network Engineer, CCNP/CCIE) are preferred but not required.

ABOUT WAYSTAR

Through a smart platform and better experience, Waystar helps providers simplify healthcare payments and yield powerful results throughout the complete revenue cycle.

Waystar's healthcare payments platform combines innovative, cloud-based technology, robust data, and unparalleled client support to streamline workflows and improve financials so providers can focus on what matters most: their patients and communities. Waystar is trusted by 1M+ providers, 1K+ hospitals and health systems, and is connected to over 5K commercial and Medicaid/Medicare payers. We are deeply committed to living out our organizational values: honesty; kindness; passion; curiosity; fanatical focus; best work, always; making it happen; and joyful,optimistic & fun.

Waystar products have won multiple Best in KLAS or Category Leader awards since 2010 and earned multiple #1 rankings from Black Book surveys since 2012. The Waystar platform supports more than 500,000 providers, 1,000 health systems and hospitals, and 5,000 payers and health plans. For more information, visit waystar.comor follow @Waystaron Twitter.

WAYSTAR PERKS

  • Competitive total rewards (base salary + bonus, if applicable)
  • Customizable benefits package (3 medical plans with Health Saving Account company match)
  • We offer generous paid time off for our non-exempt team members, starting with 3 weeks +13 paid holidays, including 2 personal floating holidays. We also offer flexible time off for our exempt team members + 13 paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave (including maternity + paternity leave)
  • Education assistance opportunities and free LinkedIn Learning access
  • Free mental health and family planning programs, including adoption assistance and fertility support
  • 401(K) program with company match
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee resource groups

Waystar is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate, value, and support diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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