Network Architect

Role: Network Architect
Location: San Mateo, CA
Type of Job: Contract

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect with expertise in design & architect to set up network infrastructure, Azure Cloud and Data Centre (Cisco Centric). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design & architect, high- & low-level technical solutions, setting up a robust technical architecture.

Technical Skills:

Minimum of [14 years] of experience experienced in Solution Design, Consultancy and Project Management, managed Tech Refresh Projects, and Relocation Projects.

Architect the On-premises Infrastructure & Azure Cloud Solution proposal & support the business development.

Providing holistic and right scale cloud solutions that addresses scalability, availability, service continuity (DR), performance and security requirements.

Understand the client's environment, business needs and provide expertise and consulting on the relevant solutions.

Work closely with vendors to understand their strategies for solutions and services, can articulate the roadmap, and associated impacts for clients.

Participate in the creation and delivery of technical solutions to clients by engaging with them during the planning and solution definition phase and defining the standards of work (SoW).

Expert level knowledge in Routing & switching specially around Cisco Nexus, Cisco UCS.

Develop and design data center network architectures using Cisco technologies (Cisco Nexus & UCS)

Evaluate and select appropriate Cisco products and solutions for data center networking.

Architect and design Azure-based cloud networking solution to meet business requirement.

Implement Azure network components, including Virtual Network, Subnets, Network Security Groups, Load balancers, VPN and ExpressRoute.

Domain knowledge of SP technologies like MPLS, Dark Fiber, Metro ethernet, Segment routing

Domain knowledge in Load balancing and high-availability architectures.

Strong Knowledge of network security concepts and technologies.

Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Azure Resource Manager).

Solution walkthrough with clients and co-ordinate with SMEs to implement the same.

Architecting solutions around on data center Cisco UCS & Azure Cloud infrastructure

Client stakeholder communication on the key decisions and project updates.

Act as a SPOC for the overall cloud Migration project for the client and Offshore Team

Process Skills:

Preparing Bill of material, solution presentation, solution document.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define the solution roadmap and milestones.

Work on strategic projects that enhance current solution concepts and/or the creation of new ones.

Work closely with the sales team to evaluate and activate new accounts.

Contribute to the knowledge base of solutions and services by sharing best practices and lessons learnt with clients.

Engage in change management and capacity planning activities.

Behavioral Skills:

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Adaptability and a keen aptitude for learning in a dynamic environment.

Effective time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Qualification:

Somebody who has at least (14) years of experience in design & architect to setup network infrastructure, Azure Cloud and Data Centre (Cisco Centric).

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.