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Tech Lead - Senior Cloud Network Architect
Job Description
Senior Cloud Network Architect
- About the Role
- We are seeking a Senior Cloud Network Architect to design and deliver secure, scalable network architectures in Azure and/or AWS. This role includes leading client workshops, presenting solutions, and guiding teams through critical architecture decisions.
- What You'll Do
- + Design cloud-native networking architectures (Azure and/or AWS).
+ Lead client workshops for requirements, design reviews, and solution walkthroughs.
+ Implement hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect).
+ Define patterns for routing, segmentation, traffic management, and DNS.
+ Partner with cloud, security, and application teams to deliver integrated solutions.
+ Create architecture diagrams, HLD/LLDs, and supporting documentation.
+ Serve as the SME for complex cloud networking and escalations.
- What We're Looking For
- + 5+ years of cloud networking architecture experience (Azure, AWS, or both).
+ Strong background in VNet/VPC design, routing, segmentation, and traffic inspection.
+ Experience with Azure Virtual WAN, Azure Firewall, Hub & Spoke; and/or AWS Transit Gateway, Route 53, Security Groups, NACLs.
+ Hybrid connectivity experience (VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect).
+ Knowledge of cloud-native load balancers and DNS solutions.
+ Hands-on implementation experience with cloud networking components across major platforms, including virtual networks/subnets, security controls, routing constructs, hybrid connectivity, load balancers, firewalls/WAF, and DNS services.
+ Understanding of Zero Trust principles and cloud network security.
+ Experience with Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, or Ansible.
- Client-Facing Skills
- + Excellent communication and presentation abilities. + Ability to translate technical designs into business-focused recommendations. + Experience engaging stakeholders to drive architecture decisions.
- Preferred Certifications
- + Azure Network Engineer Associate + Azure Solutions Architect Expert + AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty + AWS Solutions Architect Professional
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What they do
A Network Engineer or Architect designs and builds computer network systems, including software and hardware. Runs program and system tests, solves technical problems and maintains the network system. Designs and analyzes computer network models.
$128,349 / year median in Texas
-6% projected decline