Senior Infrastructure Architect

Job Summary:

We are looking for experienced professional in cloud computing, platform engineering, storage, network, operating system such as Linux.

Location:

Mumbai/Hyderabad

Experience:

18+yrs

Education:

BE/BTech/ME/MTech

We are seeking an experienced IT Infrastructure Solution Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of robust and scalable IT infrastructure solutions. This role demands hands on deep expertise in server virtualization, storage technologies, cloud integration & migration. Understanding of advanced network architectures including ACI, SDN, and SD-WAN is desired. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in management of extreme scale Compute infrastructure in modern data center environments, hybrid cloud adoption, and secure infrastructure design to support mission-critical financial systems.

1. Infrastructure Architecture & Design

- Server Virtualization & Platforms:
- Design server and compute solutions using VMware vSphere/ESXi/vCenter, Open Stack, Open Shift, and KVM. Architect hybrid cloud-ready platforms integrating containers, orchestration, and bare-metal servers.
- Storage Systems:
- Architect and manage storage environments including SAN, NAS, object storage, and software-defined storage. Technologies may include Net App, EMC/Power Max/Isilon, HPE 3

PAR/Nimble, Dell Power Store, Ceph, etc.
- Backup & DR

Infrastructure:
- Implement enterprise backup, recovery, and disaster recovery (DR) solutions using tools like Commvault, Veeam, Veritas Net Backup, ensuring high availability (HA) and business continuity.
- Hybrid Cloud

Infrastructure:
- Design and implement hybrid IT infrastructure that integrates on-premises systems with public clouds (AWS, Azure, GCP) including cloud VPN, Direct Connect, and Express Route.
- Microservices

Infrastructure: Design and implement Kubernetes or equivalent based microservices infrastructure and provide consultancy to Software development teams on design imperatives.
- Automation:
Knowledge of atleast one programming language from Shell Scripting, Python, Java is a must. Strong Knowledge of Infrastructure automatic provisioning technologies such as Ansible, Chef, Puppet is must to have skill

2. Good understanding of Network Architecture

- Data Center Networking:
- Assist in Architecting and managing data center networks with Cisco ACI, Software Defined Networking (SDN), and network fabric technologies to provide secure, scalable, and automated connectivity.
- SD-WAN & WAN Optimization:
- Collaborate with Network architecture and design/build team to Design and deploy SD-WAN solutions for secure, optimized branch-to-DC/cloud connectivity, using platforms like Cisco Viptela, Fortinet SD-WAN, or Silver Peak.
- Cloud Connectivity:
- Ensure secure and resilient cloud interconnectivity (e.g., VPN/IPSec, MPLS extensions, cloud load balancers) across hybrid environments in consultation with Network architecture/build/design teams.

3. Project Execution & Technical Leadership

- Lead infrastructure design and execution for data center refreshes, cloud migration, branch network upgrades, and infrastructure transformation initiatives. Drive for excellence and timely delivery is the essence of the role.
- Provide hands-on guidance and support during critical deployments, performance tuning, failover simulations, and capacity planning.
- Ensure all infrastructure projects follow security and compliance guidelines, including PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and internal IT governance.

4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication

- Collaborate with application, Dev Ops, cybersecurity, and compliance teams to align infrastructure to business and regulatory requirements.
- Convert high-level business and application requirements into scalable, robust technical infrastructure designs.
- Produce detailed architecture documentation, HLD/LLDs, SOPs, and knowledge transfer material.

5. Vendor & Technology Management

- Evaluate, select, and manage vendors for server, storage, and cloud integration solutions.
- Engage with OEMs and partners (e.g., Cisco, Dell, Net App, VMware, Red Hat, HPE, AWS, Microsoft) for technology roadmaps, licensing, and PoCs.

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