Proven fortinet sd-wan deployment and rollout experience (highly critical)
strong background in large-scale, multi-site deployments
advanced english (spoken & written)
initially 12-month contract, extendable
job summary
we are seeking a highly experienced senior network specialist / network architect to join our global networks & telecoms (gnt) team.
This role involves designing, implementing, and managing complex on-premise and cloud-based network solutions across 100+ sites in 30+ countries.
The ideal candidate has deep expertise in enterprise network infrastructure, cloud networking technologies, and troubleshooting complex global networks.
You will collaborate with a global network engineering team supporting operations across apac, europe, and the americas.
Key responsibilities
design, build, and maintain highly scalable, available network solutions across on-prem, cloud (aws, azure, gcp), and hybrid environments.
Consult with internal customers on requirements for on-prem and cloud networking infrastructure.
Perform network performance management, monitoring, and proactive issue resolution.
Develop and maintain detailed network documentation, policies, and procedures.
Collaborate with application, operations, and security teams to ensure secure, scalable, and robust infrastructure.
Contribute to devops transformation by automating repetitive network tasks.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Lead enterprise wan migration from cisco iwan to fortinet sd-wan, ensuring compliance with global standards.
Deploy, test, and optimize sd-wan solutions—validate routing, vpns, qos, and ha configurations.
Troubleshoot, optimize, and document improvements during and after sd-wan migration.
Required skills & experience
bachelor's / master's in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
10+ years deploying and maintaining on-prem and cloud network infrastructure.
Deep experience with aws, azure, and gcp cloud platforms.
Strong operational experience with large, distributed wan environments.
Expert knowledge of :
tcp / ip
dns
bgp
ospf
vlan
vpn
ipsec
qos
wan
lan
wlan
extensive hands‑on experience with sd-wan (fortinet preferred).
Strong understanding of network security; experience with ngfw (palo alto & fortinet preferred).
Proficient with leading solutions : cisco, palo alto, juniper, aruba, fortinet, f5, etc.
Strong communication skills; able to explain complex concepts to various stakeholders.
Additional technical knowledge
microservices / containers
python / bash
ansible / terraform
git (github / gitlab)
infrastructure as code (iac)
preferred certifications (any of the following)
fortinet nse 6 / nse 7
azure solutions architect expert or connectivity specialty
aws advanced networking specialty
cisco ccie / ccnp (enterprise or security)
seniority level
mid‑senior level
employment type
contract
job function
information technology
industries
software development
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