Senior Network Architect

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PHX-01 05time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
JR100174

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* KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

*** Network Architecture Design:
Develop comprehensive network architecture designs tailored to the unique requirements of data center environments, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance optimization.
* Technology Evaluation and Selection:
Research and evaluate emerging networking technologies and products, recommending solutions that align with business objectives and industry best practices.
* Infrastructure Optimization:
Analyze existing network infrastructure and identify opportunities for optimization, including network consolidation, virtualization, and automation.
* Capacity Planning:
Conduct thorough capacity planning assessments to anticipate future network demands and proactively scale infrastructure resources as needed.
* Security and Compliance:
Implement robust security measures and compliance protocols to safeguard data center networks against potential threats and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Collaboration and Leadership:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, developers, and project managers, to drive successful implementation and deployment of network solutions. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members.
* Performance Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
Monitor network performance metrics and proactively identify and address potential issues to minimize downtime and ensure optimal network performance.
* Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain thorough documentation of network designs, configurations, and procedures. Generate regular reports to communicate project status, performance metrics, and recommendations to stakeholders.
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* QUALIFICATIONS:

*** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in network architecture design and implementation, with a focus on data center environments.
* In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, including TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VXLANs, and SDN.
* Proficiency in network hardware and software platforms from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, and VMware.
* Strong understanding of cloud networking principles and experience with public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
* Hands-on experience with network automation tools and scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and optimize network performance.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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