Network Architect

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Our client is seeking a Network Architect to join their team! This position is located in Denver, Colorado.

• Lead the high-level network design and architecture for enterprise and service provider environments
• Architect and guide on-prem to cloud migrations, ensuring seamless integration, performance, and security across platforms (GCP & AWS)
• Define and implement network frameworks, standards, and best practices to support scalability, availability, and resilience
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, cloud, security, systems, and operations, to align network strategy with organizational goals
• Evaluate emerging technologies and design modern network solutions incorporating automation, SDN, and cloud-native principles
• Provide technical direction, mentorship, and validation to network engineers and project teams
• Work closely with vendors to assess new technologies and resolve complex issues

• 10+ years of experience in network architecture and design within large enterprise or telecom environments
• Proven background in telecommunications networking, including WAN/LAN, data center, and cloud interconnect designs
• Hands‑on experience with GCP and AWS networking services: VPCs, transit gateways, hybrid connectivity, etc.
• Deep expertise in Juniper, Cisco, and Palo Alto ecosystems: routing, switching, and security
• Strong understanding of network automation, SDN, and infrastructure‑as‑code:
  Terraform, Ansible, or similar
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders
• Adaptable and curious technologist, someone who embraces emerging trends and continuous learning, not stuck in “the old way” of doing things
• Relevant certifications such as CCNP/CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, PCNSE, or cloud certifications preferred

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee‑Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position starting at $,000+. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location.
We comply with local wage minimums.

Senior level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:
Information Technology

Industry: IT Services and IT Consulting