Description
We are seeking a Senior Technical Architect – Network Platform to lead the design, scaling, improvement, and enhancement of enterprise network infrastructure. This role focuses primarily on core networking architecture, with a secondary emphasis on network security, aligned to a 70% Network / 30% Security responsibility split. The position is part of the Infrastructure Architecture function and supports large-scale, business-critical platforms.

Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead the architecture, design, and enhancement of enterprise network platforms.
Drive network scalability, performance optimization, and resilience initiatives.
Create and maintain High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation.
Provide architectural guidance for LAN, WAN, DC, and cloud-connected networks.
Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and security teams to ensure secure and reliable network design.
Review existing network architectures and recommend improvements and modernization strategies.




Support implementation teams with design validation and technical direction.
Ensure solutions comply with enterprise standards, governance, and best practices.
Participate in architecture reviews and technical decision-making forums.

Required Skills & Experience
10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture roles.
Solid hands-on and design experience with Cisco networking technologies.
Deep understanding of LAN, WAN, DC, and enterprise routing & switching.
Working knowledge of network security concepts including:
Firewalls
VPN
ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access)
STN (Secure Trust Network)
Proven experience in network architecture documentation (HLD, LLD).
Experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical environments.
Solid stakeholder communication and technical leadership skills.

Security Exposure
Ability to collaborate with security teams on secure network design.
Understanding of pe

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