Director, Network Engineering

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

The Director of Network Engineering will lead the strategy, modernization, and performance of enterprise network, voice, and telecommunications services across corporate offices, distribution centers, retail locations, cloud environments, and other critical operations. This leader will build scalable, resilient solutions while developing high-performing engineering teams and partnering across the organization to support evolving business needs. You will help shape the technology foundation that keeps our business connected.

• Lead Network, Voice, and Telecommunications Engineering teams, establishing technology roadmaps, standards, governance, and priorities.
• Oversee enterprise LAN, WAN, wireless, cloud, and data center networking environments.
• Drive modernization initiatives, including SD-WAN, cloud connectivity, and network automation.
• Lead enterprise voice, unified communications, SIP, E911, and collaboration technologies.
• Manage telecom carriers, contracts, circuit provisioning, wireless services, and managed service providers.
• Direct large-scale infrastructure programs, including budgets, forecasts, risks, vendors, and executive communications.
• Establish service-level objectives and operational metrics that strengthen reliability, security, and efficiency.
• Advance incident, change, and problem-management practices through automation and continuous improvement.
• Coach and develop engineering leaders and team members while building an engaged, high-performing organization.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in network, voice, telecommunications, or infrastructure engineering.
• 5+ years of people leadership or engineering management experience.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise networking, telecommunications, unified communications, and cloud connectivity.
• Experience leading large-scale infrastructure transformation and modernization initiatives.
• Demonstrated success managing vendors, contracts, budgets, and cross-functional programs.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, executive communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Proven ability to develop talent and build high-performing engineering teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree or Equivalent Level Preferred
• 10 to 15+ years experience
• 3 to 6 years experience of planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives as specified by more senior managers 
• Cisco certification, such as CCNP or CCIE
• Microsoft certification
• SD-WAN certification or specialized training

VIRTUAL REQUIREMENTS:

At DICK’S, we thrive on innovation and authenticity. That said, to protect the integrity and security of our hiring process, we ask that candidates do not use AI tools (like ChatGPT or others) during interviews or assessments.

To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please note the following:

• Cameras must be on during all virtual interviews.

• AI tools are not permitted to be used by the candidate during any part of the interview process.

• Offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check which may include ID verification.

If you have any questions or need accommodations, we’re here to help. Thanks for helping us keep the process fair and secure for everyone!