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Network Architect Coventry (Hybrid working 3 days per week on site) Up to £75,000 + bonus D.O.E We are looking for a Network Architect will provide technical leadership and direction to a global team of network engineers, ensuring the delivery of engineering and service workloads for our client. You will identify growth opportunities, support transformation programs, and drive business-driven initiatives. The role includes maintaining network tools and infrastructure to ensure high service levels and developing a future roadmap for client network infrastructure. Travel and occasional out-of-hours work may be required.Key Responsibilities
- Serve as Technical Design Authority, ensuring high/low-level designs align with security, contractual, and service needs.
- Develop and implement technical architecture roadmaps that optimise ROI and reduce technical debt.
- Lead integration of third-party SDWAN and hosted voice solutions into existing infrastructure.
- Manage security, documentation, and reporting requirements.
- Drive network automation, capacity analysis, and planning initiatives.
- Provide thought leadership and oversee delivery of business outcomes.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients and third-party vendors while holding them accountable for design aspects.
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions and ensure seamless integration of third-party technologies.
- Mentor and guide the technical development of engineering and service teams.
- Evaluate change impacts, create reports, and maintain adherence to technical standards.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies, with expertise in cloud networking, SDN, security, and automation.
Key Skills and Experience:
- Extensive experience as a Senior Network Architect.
- Proficiency in LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, SD networks, telephony, unified communications, network management, and security solutions.
- Strong knowledge of Cisco SDWAN, Mitel VOIP, and Fortigate or Cloud Firewalls.
- Ability to document end-to-end designs and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently in distributed agile teams.
It would be advantageous if you had experience with AWS/Azure networking, VPCs, and transit gateway, proficiency in Python, PowerShell, APIs, and Active Directory.Please send your CV for consideration
