Network Architect

About the employer:

The client is an IT services provider specializing in software development, IT consulting, and digital transformation. It helps businesses improve operations and customer experiences through custom solutions, cloud services, and data analytics.

Responsibilities:

• conceptualization of designs and providing validation of end-to-end network architecture in alignment with the requirements of a multi-vendor data center and WAN environment,
• overseeing the lifecycle of network components from hardware-level configuration to custom software integrations,
• reviewing the current architecture state and ensure alignment with enterprise standards and project-specific goals,
• actively contributing to the implementation by supporting engineering teams in hands-on tasks and proof-of-concept development,
• evaluating of architectural proposals and implementations for compliance with defined security and performance benchmarks,
• consulting on architectural gaps or risks and recommend corrective actions where needed,
• monitoring architectural consistency across engineering deliverables and resolve misalignments during implementation,
• considering cost-efficiency and long-term operational impact as part of every architectural decision,
• prioritizing tasks based on complexity, urgency, and strategic relevance,
• tracking progress, identify potential risks early, and communicate issues transparently,
• engaging with stakeholders to gather missing input or validate assumptions,
• applying defined architectural and project processes consistently throughout design and delivery phases.
• maintaining complete documentation of architecture decisions, interface contracts, and system designs,
• contributing to knowledge transfer and long-term maintainability through structured documentation practices. 

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of hands-on architectural experience in private, on-premises cloud environments with a focus on:

Core Data Center (DC) and Wide Area Network (WAN) architectures in multi-vendor setups,

Kubernetes (k8s) networking integrations,

DPU-based networking solutions,

DNS, DHCP, and IPAM systems,

Internet IXP connectivity,

Zero Trust networking (core and customer-facing),

• proven ability to design holistic, end-to-end architecture solutions that fit within a broader IT strategy,
• experience with architecture governance, including validation, risk documentation, and integration with security/networking standards,
• deep understanding of infrastructure principles, networking protocols, and security mechanisms within large-scale private cloud ecosystems,
• capable of translating technical and EDP requirements into actionable architecture blueprints,
• skilled in producing clear, professional architectural documentation and diagrams,
• fluent English in speech and writing.

Our client offers:

• remote work model,
• B2B contract.