Senior network infrastructure architect
the senior network infrastructure architect will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of highly available, scalable, and secure network infrastructures that support business objectives.
this role will work closely with cross-functional teams to align network strategy with business goals, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior network professionals.
* key responsibilities:
* design and develop comprehensive network architecture blueprints for on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments, ensuring alignment with business goals and requirements.
* lead the implementation and deployment of complex network solutions, including routing, switching, firewalls, and load balancing across various platforms.
* architect and manage connectivity between on-premises data centers and cloud platforms, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance.
* ensure the network architecture adheres to the highest security standards, including designing and implementing secure network segmentation, access control policies, and advanced threat protection.
* continuously monitor and optimize network performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement solutions to ensure low latency and high throughput.
* drive the design, deployment, and management of sd-wan solutions to optimize wan traffic, improve application performance, and reduce operational costs.
* design and implement cdn strategies to accelerate content delivery and enhance the user experience by caching and distributing web content geographically.
* collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, cloud engineers, and application developers, to ensure network strategy aligns with business goals and objectives.
the ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of networking protocols, including bgp, ospf, and mpls, as well as expertise in architecting and deploying sd-wan solutions from leading vendors.
hands-on experience with core networking services, such as vpc, subnets, route tables, internet gateway, nat gateway, direct connect, transit gateway, and vpc peering, is also essential. Additionally, expert-level knowledge of palo alto networks firewalls, f5 big-ip products, and aws, gcp, and azure network configurations is required.
proficiency in designing and developing network architectures that meet business needs and adhere to industry best practices is a must.