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.
What You’ll Do
- 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.
What You’ll Bring
- 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:
Preferred 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!
Targeted Pay Range: $127,000.00 - $237,800.00. This is part of a competitive total rewards package that could include other components such as: incentive, equity and benefits. Individual pay is determined by a number of factors including experience, location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. We review all teammate pay regularly to ensure competitive and equitable pay.DICK'S Sporting Goods complies with all state paid leave requirements. We also offer a generous suite of benefits. To learn more, visit www.benefityourliferesources.com.
Skills Required
- Master's degree or equivalent level
- 10 to 15+ years of experience
- 3 to 6 years of experience planning and managing resources to deliver predetermined objectives
Dick's Sporting Goods Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Dick's Sporting Goods and has not been reviewed or approved by Dick's Sporting Goods.
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Healthcare Strength — Offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance for eligible full-time teammates. Feedback suggests mental health resources, free counseling, and generous fertility benefits (including multiple IVF cycles in some cases) enhance perceived healthcare value.
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Retirement Support — Provides a company-matching 401(k) with eligibility extending to part-time teammates, along with a 529 college savings plan and the ability to take loans against 401(k) savings. Feedback suggests these features are seen as competitive for retail and add meaningful long-term value.
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Parental & Family Support — Includes paid parental leave and adoption assistance, alongside everyday supports like DailyPay for flexible access to earned wages. Feedback suggests these family-oriented benefits complement base pay for many teammates.
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What We Do
YOU LIVE AND BREATHE SPORTS. SO DO WE. In work and in life. On the field, the court or the ice. Nothing wins like a commitment to excellence; to your team and your goals. At DICK’S Sporting Goods, it’s this kind of thinking that inspires our mission. Our culture is the result of people who give their all and always have their head in the game. People who are Passionate, Committed, Skilled and Driven to help athletes – and one another – achieve their personal best. That includes sharing our success to fund local teams, coaches and mentors. Sports can shape who we are and who we’re becoming. They can build character, transform communities and change lives. Our recognition of the power of sports creates a sense of purpose that empowers us to perform at the highest level for the athletes and communities we serve. If you love sports as much as we do, join us now. Opportunities exist at our 800+ Retail Stores, 5 Distribution Centers, and Corporate/Customer Support Center in Pittsburgh. Apply online at: DicksSportingGoods.jobs Headquartered in Pittsburgh, DICK'S also owns and operates Golf Galaxy and House of Sport stores, as well as GameChanger, a youth sports mobile app for scheduling, communications, live scorekeeping and video streaming. DICK'S offers its products through a dynamic eCommerce platform that is integrated with its store network and provides athletes with the convenience and expertise of a 24-hour storefront. To learn more about DICK'S visit our: Investor Relations Page: investors.dicks.com Check Out Our Sideline Report: investors.dicks.com/news/sideline-report Search & Apply for Jobs: dicks.com/jobs
