Principal Network Engineer

Skip to main contentWe use cookies to make the safest and most effective website possible. DeclineAccept CookiesZelis CareersSign InPrincipal Network Engineer page is loadedPrincipal Network EngineerApplylocationsUS GA Atlantatime typeFull timeposted onPosted 15 Days Agojob requisition idJR111209At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let’s get to it!   A Little About Us Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts – driving real, measurable results for clients.At Zelis, AI is woven into the fabric of how we work. Every associate is expected - and empowered - to partner with AI to challenge the status quo, accelerate innovation, and amplify their impact. This is a place for builders with a growth mindset who act with agility, embrace change, and use modern technology to shape smarter solutions, exceptional experiences, and the future of our industry for our clients, customers, and our culture.  A Little About You You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are.Position OverviewThe Principal Network Engineer will be responsible for the design, architecture, implementation, automation, and security of the organization's enterprise network infrastructure across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks Firewalls, Palo Alto Prisma SASE, AWS Networking, Cisco Routing & Switching, Network Security, Infrastructure Automation, and hybrid cloud connectivity solutions. Experience with cloud interconnection platforms such as Megaport is highly desirable.Help Modernize Healthcare Technology at ScaleAt Zelis, we're transforming the business of healthcare by modernizing how healthcare financial transactions are managed, connected, and delivered. Our technology powers critical interactions across healthcare providers, payers, and consumers, helping simplify the healthcare financial experience and improve outcomes across the industry.As we continue to invest in cloud adoption, application modernization, cybersecurity, automation, and infrastructure transformation, we're looking for an exceptional Principal Network Engineer to help shape the next generation of our enterprise technology platform.This is more than a traditional networking role. This is an opportunity to influence enterprise architecture, drive strategic technology decisions, and help build the secure, scalable, cloud-enabled foundation that supports one of the healthcare industry's leading technology organizations.Why Join Zelis?Our teams are actively transforming the way technology is designed, deployed, and operated across the organization. Significant investments are being made across:• Cloud-first infrastructure and architecture• Application modernization initiatives• Enterprise automation and Infrastructure-as-Code• Cybersecurity and Zero Trust networking• Platform reliability, scalability, and resiliency• Digital transformation initiatives that directly support business growthAs a Principal Network Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide technology strategy and architecture decisions, lead modernization initiatives, partner with cloud, security, infrastructure, and application engineering teams, and mentor engineering talent across...