Role Summary

The Cloud Network Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing the enterprise cloud network architecture across multi-cloud environments. This role requires strong expertise in at least two of the major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and deep knowledge of hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.

The individual will lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance network solutions and collaborate closely with infrastructure, security, and on-prem network teams to ensure optimal connectivity and alignment with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy

- Define and maintain the enterprise cloud network architecture roadmap
- Design scalable and secure Cloud WAN, VPC/VNet topologies, segmentation, and routing strategies
- Establish network design standards, patterns, and governance models

Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Connectivity

- Design and implement multi-cloud networking strategies and interconnectivity
- Architect hybrid solutions integrating on-premises data centers with cloud environments
- Lead implementation of VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and equivalent solutions
- Deploy Cloud Network services through automation

Network Security

- Define and enforce network security standards including segmentation, firewall policies, and traffic inspection
- Implement security controls such as Security Groups, NSGs, and cloud-native firewalls
- Partner with cybersecurity teams on compliance and governance requirements

Performance & Optimization

- Optimize network performance, latency, and throughput across cloud environments
- Design for high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
- Identify opportunities for cost and performance optimization

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement





- Collaborate with on-prem network teams to optimize connectivity and routing
- Work with cloud platforms, applications and security teams to align architecture with business needs
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineering teams

Required Qualifications

- Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
- 12+ years of experience in networking, with at least 5+ years in cloud networking
- Strong hands-on expertise in at least two cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Proven experience designing multi-cloud and hybrid network architectures
- Strong knowledge of:
- IP addressing, CIDR, subnetting
- Routing protocols and traffic management
- DNS, load balancing, and network services
- Network security and segmentation principles

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in enterprise cloud transformation programs
- Expertise in:
- AWS Transit Gateway, Azure Virtual WAN, GCP networking constructs
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Network monitoring and observability tools

- Industry certifications (preferred):

- AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
- Azure Network Engineer Associate
- Google Qualified Cloud Network Engineer

Key Competencies

- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to influence and drive architecture decisions across teams
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment

Travel Requirements

Minimal / As required

Impact & Scope

- Drives enterprise-wide cloud network strategy and standards
- Enables secure, scalable, and optimized connectivity across cloud platforms
- Plays a key role in multi-cloud architecture, hybrid connectivity, and cloud transformation initiatives

Additional Information

- Experience working with hybrid cloud DNS and IP management
- Exposure to automation, DevOps, and platform engineering modelsRole & responsibilities

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