Lead Network Technical Design Authority

# Lead Network Technical Design Authority Job Req  Date: 9 Feb 2026

Function:
Architecture Solution and Design Unit: UK Business

Location:

Riverside Tower, Belfast (N.I), United Kingdom Salary:
Competitive Salary + Market Leading Benefits
** Locations Considered:
Belfast/ Sheffield/ Leeds/ Manchester
**** We operate a hybrid model of 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, please only apply if you are comfortable with this arrangement.**##
** Why this job matters
** You will be responsible for the technical delivery of transformational network projects on one or more of BT’s large public sector accounts in the UK. You will help our customer align their Network strategy to their business strategy using a common methodology.##
** What you’ll be doing
*** You will help our customer align their Network strategy to their business strategy using a common methodology.
* Creating standardized or customized network designs in a range of areas and work on specific platform designs and/or customer solutions.
* You will be working with our Practice managers and Technical leads to design and deliver seamless network solutions to our customers.
* Carrying out pre-sales activities, planning and implementations across a wider range of ICT Infrastructure elements (security, wan optimization, load balancing etc.)
* Collaboratively work with other designers and engineers to resolve design and implementation issues and provide technical consultancy for BT’s customers.
* Using recognised tools and methodologies to create innovative Network solutions for our customers.##
** What experience you'll need
*** CCIE qualified or experienced CCNP aspiring to earn CCIE qualification.
* Experience in a key network delivery role for major customers with complex network solutions.
* Interpret Customer needs, assessing the full requirements, identifying solutions to standard and non-standard requirements is a must.
* Expertise in Global WAN, LAN & WLAN design for private and public sector companies.
* Strong technical background across Network Architecture layers and comfortable presenting networks and services as an integrated solution.
* Experience in creating high quality technical designs, Customer facing proposals and detailed cost models is an advantage.
* Experience in transition and transformation thought leadership for major customers seeking to reduce costs, remove business risks and improve customer experience.
* Ability to explain difficult technical concepts to a variety of audiences is a must.##
** Benefits
* * At BT, we entertain, educate, and empower millions of people every single day. We’re a brand built on connecting people – whether that’s friends, family, businesses, or communities. Working here, you’ll receive an attractive salary and a range of competitive benefits, but – more than that – you’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a culture of togetherness, collaboration, and inclusivity, that takes a genuine and proactive interest in your progress and development.

Benefits of working for BT include:  
• 10% on target annual bonus  
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%  
• X4 Salary Life Assurance  
• Huge range of flexible benefits including Cycle to Work, Healthcare, Season Ticket Loan, Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice  
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service  
• Equal family leave:  receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate. It’s for all parents, no matter how your family is made up.  
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.  
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues  
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave  
• World-class training and development opportunities  
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes  
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV package  
• Access to 100’s of retail discounts including the BT shop Flexible Working  

This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

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