Network Engineering Director

Oracle

Quick summary

Work type
On-site
Location
Austin, TXNashville, TN
Salary
$122,500–$355,400 / yr
Posted
5 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $165k
This role $239k
$95k most similar roles pay here $383k

This role pays more than 90% of similar roles. Most pay $131,137–$199,700 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $239k versus about $165k for comparable roles.

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TL;DR · Network Engineering Director

The Oracle Cloud Infrastructure is seeking a seasoned Director of Network Engineering to lead the Global Networking Platform Engineering team, responsible for designing, building, and managing the physical network platform that supports Oracle’s global backbone and Internet connectivity. This role involves defining and executing engineering strategies for network hardware, circuits, carrier interconnects, and routing platforms, while also overseeing lifecycle management and capacity planning. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in large-scale global networks and a proven track record of leading engineering teams in cloud or enterprise environments. Key skills include cross-functional team leadership, technical judgment, vendor management, and data-driven decision-making to ensure reliable, scalable, and cost-effective network infrastructure. This position requires expertise in networking technologies and the ability to collaborate effectively with architecture, procurement, operations, and executive stakeholders to drive continuous improvement and support Oracle’s global cloud network expansion.

What you'll do

  • Define and execute engineering strategy for network hardware, circuits, carrier interconnects, and routing platforms.
  • Own lifecycle management of the physical network platform, including capacity planning and end-of-life strategies.
  • Lead engineering programs to enhance network reliability, deployment velocity, and operational efficiency.
  • Manage vendor relationships and drive technical evaluations and service delivery issues.
  • Develop and establish technical standards for global network deployments across Oracle Cloud Infrastructure.
  • Represent the team in executive reviews and strategic infrastructure discussions to ensure alignment with business goals.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive experience in building and operating large-scale global networks.
  • Proven track record of leading engineering teams in cloud, service provider, or enterprise environments.
  • Strong technical judgment across network hardware and carrier infrastructure.
  • Ability to define and execute engineering strategy for network platforms.
  • Experience managing vendor and carrier relationships and driving technical standards.

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