ABOUT THIS POSITIONThe 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 DOGoogle 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 large-scale 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 on-premises environments, including routing, segmentation, and high-availability 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 delivery-oriented and client-facing initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to articulate technical designs, tradeoffs, and risks to diverse stakeholders.
- Experience participating in on-call 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.
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
