Network Architect

Job Title: Senior Network Architect
Experience: 12-20 Years
Interview Mode: Virtual
Interview Date: 16-Sep-26
Work Location: Chennai
Must Have :
We are seeking an experienced Network Architect / Senior Network Engineer to lead the design, transformation, and implementation of global enterprise network infrastructure across Data Centers, Cloud, WAN, LAN, and SD-WAN environments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining network strategy, architecture standards, and driving large-scale transformation initiatives leveraging technologies including Cisco SD-WAN, Cisco ISE, Cisco ACI, Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto, Prisma Access, NetScaler Load Balancers, and Multi-Cloud Networking, Data center

• 10+ years of experience in Enterprise Networking.
• Minimum 5+ years in Network Architecture, Solution Design, or Technical Leadership roles.
• Proven experience delivering global network transformation and modernization projects.
• Strong experience in SD-WAN, Cloud Networking, Data Center Networking, and Security technologies.
• Experience managing multi-region deployments and globally distributed teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and client-facing consulting experience.
• Define and maintain the organization's network architecture roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Design enterprise-wide WAN, LAN, Data Center, Cloud, and SD-WAN solutions.
• Lead network transformation and modernization initiatives across global locations.
• Develop architecture standards, design principles, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure network scalability, reliability, performance, and security.
• Lead architecture workshops and technical discussions with customers, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Create High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents.
• Provide technical leadership throughout design, implementation, migration, and operational transition phases.
• Mentor regional network engineers and provide architectural guidance.
• Review and approve network designs to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.
• Design and implement hybrid and multi-cloud networking architectures.
• Integrate on-premises Data Centers with Azure, AWS, and GCP environments.
• Implement secure connectivity using ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, and VPN solutions.
• Lead Cisco ACI and Data Center transformation projects.
• Architect secure network solutions utilizing Cisco ISE, Palo Alto, and Prisma Access.
• Implement Zero Trust and SASE-based security architectures.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements
• Act as the primary technical advisor for network transformation programs.
• Work closely with customers, architects, project managers, and service providers.
• Present architecture recommendations and technology roadmaps to senior leadership.
• Participate in vendor evaluations, Proof of Concepts (PoCs), and technology assessments.