Network Engineer

This position is ineligible for visa sponsorship.  To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.

The X-Labs Operations team exists to accelerate the innovation of Comcast’s next-generation architectures and products. We believe that our people, process, and technology are crucial to ensuring sustainable, repeatable, and predictable outcomes. Our production-like environments serve as the backbone for development and quality assurance, and our people help align the many advancements within Comcast and our industry. 

Our team is passionate about what we do and inspires a culture that encourages individual and professional growth. We are committed to accountability and becoming the best versions of ourselves. We question, listen, and challenge each other in a meaningful way, promoting a growth mindset while fueling innovation and creativity. 

Overview of the Role: 

Network Engineer is directly responsible for the planning, deployment, and management of lab networks, including the basic design of emerging network instances. Individual will respond to network incidents, determine resources needed for correction, and lead resolution efforts. Has in-depth experience, knowledge, and skills in their area of discipline, usually determiningown work priorities and serving as a resource for colleagues with less experience.This function will consist of a small team of Engineers and work closely with other peer functions that include Design Engineering, Video Engineering, CMTS Engineering, Systems Engineering, Data Center Infrastructure, and Project Management. 

Attributes We Are Seeking: 

• Passionate Technologist & Innovator – Eager to learn, use, and champion cutting-edge technology, applying professional experience to drive innovation and build high-performing teams.

• Accountable Problem Solver – Takes full ownership of challenges, leads technical discovery, and aligns cross-functional resources to deliver impactful solutions.

• Collaborative & Transparent – Naturally works well with others, values open communication and continuously seeks and provides constructive feedback.

• Adaptable & Action-Oriented – Thrives in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with a strong bias for action, responsiveness, and engagement.

• Clear Communicator – Documents, analyzes, and shares insights to influence strategic decisions and operational improvements.

• Operational Excellence Advocate – Champions engineering operations best practices, ensuring seamless integration of data into lifecycle and infrastructure management tools

Preferred Skills & Experience: 

• 3-7 years of experience in Network Operations and a comprehensive understanding of Layer 2, Layer 3, TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, and IS-IS.

• Experience with platform operating systems such as: IOS, eOS, and JUNOS (IOS XR preferred)

• Intermediate ability to analyze and evaluate complex networks, identifyissues, andapply corrections or enhancements to ensure network operation efficiency.

• A self-starter who demonstrates critical thinking, self-motivation, time-management, and curiosity. 

• Ability to partner with functional teams to influence and drive alignment. 

• Technical Precision & Problem Solving: Strong technical acumen with meticulous attention to detail and a track record of sound judgment in independent work.

• Project & Priority Management: Skilled at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced, collaborative environments while maintaining high-quality outcomes.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Excellent interpersonal and consulting skills, with the ability to effectively engage both internal teams and external partners.

• Change Leadership: Experience identifying and implementing process changes through data-driven insights, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.

About Our Perks & Benefits:

We are determined to create an environment where our employees feel valued, understand our business goals, and are motivated. 

Here's a look at just some of the perks and benefits we make available to our US-based employees:

• Medical & Dental 

• 401(k) Savings Plan 

• Generous paid time off 

• Life Milestones - from adoption assistance, childcare resources, pet insurance, and more, Comcast supports you at all life stages. 

• Courtesy Services - We offer all of our full-time employees in serviceable areas free digital TV and internet.

• Discount tickets for Universal Resorts, including theme park tickets and onsite hotel rooms.

Learn more at https://jobs.comcast.com/life-at-comcast/benefits

Reasonable Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Comcast is an EOE/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer.

Disclaimer:

This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.