Job Description
A growing technology services organization is seeking a senior Network Architect to own the design and evolution of a carrier‑grade network foundation supporting a large portfolio of geographically distributed locations.
This role is responsible for defining network architecture standards across core infrastructure, distributed access networks, and ISP‑grade services. The Network Architect will lead architectural strategy, guide engineering execution, and play a key role in scaling a highly available, resilient network environment as the organization expands.
This is a leadership‑level, hands‑on architecture role suited for candidates with deep experience in telecom, ISP, campus, or large multi‑site network environments.
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Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent advanced experience designing carrier‑grade ISP networks
- 10–15+ years of experience in core/ISP networking and large‑scale network architecture
- Proven experience designing POP architectures, including routing, switching, redundancy, and resilient backbone connectivity
- Strong expertise in Layer 3 routing and resiliency, including BGP and OSPF
- Experience architecting Layer 2 transport delivery to distributed locations, including aggregation, handoff, and service demarcation
- Experience owning CGNAT strategy and supporting IPv4/IPv6 transition planning
- Ability to define and maintain engineering standards, diagrams, MOPs, and operational procedures
- Demonstrated ability to mentor network engineers and provide architectural leadership
- Experience working with carrier‑grade networking platforms, such as Calix, Juniper, and Nokia
- Willingness to participate in on‑call leadership for major incidents and planned maintenance windows
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Experience designing for high availability, scalability, and traffic resiliency
- Background in telecom, ISP, campus, or large multi‑site network environments
- Relevant certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, Nokia NRS, or equivalent
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.