Network Architect

Hirekeyz - San Mateo, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Mateo, CA

About the position

The Network Architect role involves designing and architecting network infrastructure, particularly focusing on Azure Cloud and Data Centre solutions with a Cisco-centric approach. The position requires extensive experience in solution design, consultancy, and project management, with a strong emphasis on creating robust technical architectures that meet business needs and scalability requirements.

Responsibilities

• Architect the On-premises Infrastructure & Azure Cloud Solution proposal and support business development.
• Provide holistic cloud solutions addressing scalability, availability, service continuity, performance, and security requirements.
• Understand client environments and business needs to provide relevant solutions and consulting.
• Work closely with vendors to understand their strategies and articulate roadmaps for clients.
• Participate in the creation and delivery of technical solutions during planning and solution definition phases.
• Develop and design data center network architectures using Cisco technologies.
• Evaluate and select appropriate Cisco products and solutions for data center networking.
• Architect and design Azure-based cloud networking solutions to meet business requirements.
• Implement Azure network components, including Virtual Network, Subnets, Network Security Groups, Load balancers, VPN, and ExpressRoute.
• Communicate with client stakeholders on key decisions and project updates.
• Act as a Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for the overall cloud migration project for the client and offshore team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 14 years of experience in Solution Design, Consultancy, and Project Management.
• Expert level knowledge in Routing & Switching, especially around Cisco Nexus and Cisco UCS.
• Strong knowledge of network security concepts and technologies.
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform and Azure Resource Manager.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred certifications in CCIE or equivalent.