Senior Network Architect – Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure - W2

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures supporting large-scale cloud transformation initiatives. This role focuses on hybrid and cloud networking
, enabling seamless integration between on-premises environments and cloud platforms while ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

The ideal candidate combines strong enterprise network architecture expertise with hands‑on experience in AWS hybrid connectivity
, network security, and high‑availability design. You will work closely with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to support modernization initiatives and long‑term enterprise growth.

• Design and implement hybrid network architectures integrating on‑premises data centers with cloud services (primarily AWS).
• Architect secure, high‑performance network solutions that meet governance, compliance, and resiliency requirements.
• Analyze business objectives and technical requirements to propose cost‑effective scalable networking solutions
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• Collaborate with cloud, infrastructure, and security teams to support migrations and optimize network operations.
• Define and enforce network governance standards, best practices, and architecture patterns
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• Ensure proper routing segmentation firewalling and access controls aligned with enterprise architecture principles.
• Design and support high availability failover and disaster recovery strategies for mission‑critical systems.
• Leverage automation infrastructure‑as‑code tools to improve reliability and operational efficiency.
• Review existing systems and recommend improvements to support evolving business needs.

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise network architecture across cloud and on‑prem environments.
• Strong expertise with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and firewall technologies.
• Hands‑on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions such as VPN, Direct Connect, and Transit Gateway
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• Deep understanding of network security principles, encryption, identity integration, and compliance frameworks
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• Proven experience designing high availability, load balancing, and failover architectures
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• Experience with network automation using tools such as Terraform, Ansible or similar
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• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable and secure technical designs
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• Experience with multi‑cloud networking (Azure and/or GCP).
• Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and modern security models
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• Exposure to SD‑WAN technologies and network observability tools (Net Flow, Cloud Watch, Prometheus).
• Understanding of cloud networking cost optimization strategies
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• Relevant certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking – Specialty
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• Seniority level
  :
  Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type
  :
  Contract
• Job function
  :
  Information Technology
• Industry
  :
  Software Development
• Location
  :
  Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area

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