Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a highly skilled Network Solution Architect to join our pre-sales and solutioning team. This role is focused on designing and architecting innovative network solutions for prospective and existing clients during the sales cycle.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design end-to-end network solutions tailored to client business requirements and digital transformation goals
Develop technical proposals, RFP/RFI responses, and comprehensive solution blueprints
Collaborate with sales and account teams to translate complex client requirements into viable, scalable network architectures
Create compelling proof-of-concepts (PoCs) and technical demonstrations for client presentations
Provide thought leadership on emerging network technologies and industry trends
Conduct technical discovery sessions and workshops with client stakeholders
Develop solution cost models and Bill of Materials (BoM) for network infrastructure
Ensure proposed solutions align with industry best practices, security standards, and compliance requirements
Partner with delivery teams to ensure solution feasibility and smooth transition to implementation
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
12+ years of experience in enterprise network design and architecture
Deep expertise in SD-WAN technologies (Cisco Viptela, VMware VeloCloud, Fortinet, Silver Peak)
Strong knowledge of network security frameworks including SASE and Zero-Trust Architecture
Hands-on experience with cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and GCP
Expertise in routing & switching (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, VxLAN)
Experience with network automation and orchestration tools
Knowledge of load balancing, firewall technologies, and network monitoring solutions
Excellent client-facing and consultative selling skills
Strong presentation and communication abilities
Relevant certifications preferred: CCIE, CCNP, AWS/Azure Networking Specialty
EDUCATION:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Master's degree preferred
