Network Architect

<p><strong>Network Architect - Leeds (Hybrid)</strong></p><ul><li>Excellent opportunity for a Network Architect to join a growing organisation delivering complex, enterprise-scale network and security solutions. Permanent, full-time role with a hybrid working model (Leeds-based with some on-site/client interaction). Well suited to a senior Network Engineer stepping into architecture or an experienced Architect looking for hands-on design and delivery. To apply, please email </li></ul><p><strong>ABOUT THE CLIENT</strong></p><p>We're working with a well-established organisation operating across large-scale enterprise environments, supporting complex, multi-vendor network infrastructures. With continued investment in modern networking, security, and cloud technologies, they are looking to strengthen their architecture capability to support ongoing transformation and growth.</p><p>They operate across a range of sectors and deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions, with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and end-to-end ownership.</p><p><strong>THE NETWORK ARCHITECT ROLE:</strong></p><p>You'll be responsible for designing and delivering enterprise network solutions across LAN, WAN, and data centre environments. This is a hands-on architecture role, covering the full lifecycle from high-level design through to implementation and migration.</p><p>You'll work across multi-vendor environments, supporting technologies such as Cisco and Juniper networking, SD-WAN, network security, and data centre infrastructure. The role will involve close collaboration with engineering teams, stakeholders, and customers to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to business needs.</p><p>Alongside design responsibilities, you'll play a key role in technical decision-making, troubleshooting complex issues, and driving best practice across network architecture and security.</p><p><strong>NETWORK ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS</strong></p><ul><li>Strong experience in network architecture or senior network engineering roles Proven background designing enterprise LAN/WAN environments Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper networking technologies Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) Experience with SD-WAN solutions and modern WAN architectures Solid understanding of network security, including firewalls and segmentation Experience working with data centre technologies (Nexus, VXLAN, etc.) Ability to produce HLD/LLD documentation Experience working in complex, multi-vendor environments Strong stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills</li></ul><p><strong>THE BENEFITS</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to work on large-scale, enterprise networking projects Exposure to modern technologies including SD-WAN and cloud networking Strong technical environment with ongoing development opportunities Collaborative team culture with clear progression into senior architecture roles Flexible / hybrid working model</li></ul><p><strong>TO BE CONSIDERED:</strong></p><p>Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via <strong></strong></p><p>For further information please call me on <strong> / </strong>.</p><p>By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.</p><p><strong>KEY SKILLS</strong></p><p>Network Architect, Senior Network Engineer, Cisco, Juniper, SD-WAN, LAN, WAN, BGP, OSPF, Network Security, Firewalls, Data Centre, VXLAN, MPLS, Cloud Networking, Infrastructure, Enterprise Networking</p><p></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?NNcQ65VzYn3yczD3lHgOwLOxxE%2fijBybz" width="0" height="0" />