Principal Network Engineer (Fintech)

TL;DR

Principal Network Engineer (Fintech): Designing and evolving highly distributed, latency-sensitive trading networks across on-prem and cloud environments with an accent on deterministic packet forwarding, advanced routing, and ultra-low latency architecture. Focus on leading high-complexity strategic initiatives, mentoring senior engineers, and driving data-informed engineering decisions using Python automation and observability platforms.

Location: Must be based in or able to work from Chicago, IL or New York, NY (four-day in-office model required)

Salary: $163,625–$240,625

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of global market infrastructure and tradable products, powering the global economy through cutting-edge trading, clearing, and investment solutions.

What you will do

• Design and evolve low-latency, resilient network architecture across global data centers and cloud environments.
• Lead advanced routing design including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and multicast traffic engineering.
• Develop and maintain Python-based network automation for configuration management and testing.
• Conduct deep technical research and lab validation for major network initiatives.
• Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams to align network design with operational goals.
• Mentor senior engineers and drive architecture reviews and design standards across the organization.

Requirements

• 10+ years of hands-on network engineering experience in mission-critical, low-latency environments.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Advanced knowledge of routing protocols at scale (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, multicast).
• Proven experience building and maintaining Python-based network automation.
• Experience designing hybrid cloud connectivity, specifically AWS networking constructs.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex architectural decisions for leadership.

Nice to have

• Cisco CCIE (Routing & Switching or Data Center) certification.
• AWS Advanced Networking Specialty certification.
• Experience with observability platforms like Prometheus and Grafana.
• Experience contributing to regulatory or audit-facing technical documentation.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive salary with incentive compensation packages.
• 2:1 401(k) match up to 8% immediately upon hire.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits including mental health services.
• Generous paid time off and parental leave.
• On-site amenities including gyms, complimentary lunch, and snacks.
• Tuition assistance and education opportunities.