Job Title: Principal Network Architect Data Center & Hybrid Cloud (AWS)
Location: Dallas, TX / Bellevue, WA (Hybrid)
Type: Contract Position (Long Term)
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Network Architect to lead the design, architecture, modernization, and
operational strategy of large-scale enterprise data center and hybrid cloud networking environments. This role is
responsible for defining next-generation network architecture standards across on-premises data centers and hybrid
cloud infrastructure with a strong focus on high availability, scalability, security, automation, and operational
excellence.
The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in enterprise and service-provider-grade networking technologies
including BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, Cisco ACI, Spine-Leaf architectures, VLANs, Port-Channels/LACP,
AWS networking, SDN, and cloud connectivity architectures.
This is a senior technical leadership role requiring hands-on architectural capability, executive communication skills,
and the ability to guide engineering teams through complex transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
- Design and evolve enterprise-scale Data Center and Hybrid Cloud network architectures.
- Lead architecture strategy for multi-site data centers, EVPN-VXLAN overlays, and AWS hybrid cloud integration.
- Develop HLDs, LLDs, standards, and reference architectures.
Routing & Switching Expertise
- Expert-level knowledge of BGP, MP-BGP EVPN, OSPF, ECMP, route redistribution, and policy-based routing.
- Troubleshoot complex routing and switching environments.
Data Center Networking
- Design and support Cisco ACI, VXLAN overlays, EVPN control planes, and Spine-Leaf fabrics.
- Deep understanding of tenants, bridge domains, VRFs, contracts, and policies.
Layer 2 Technologies
- Extensive expertise with VLANs, trunking, STP/RSTP/MST, EtherChannel, Port-Channel, LACP, VPC/MLAG, and
jumbo frames.
- Strong understanding of MAC learning, broadcast domains, and convergence behavior.
Hybrid Cloud & AWS Networking
- Architect hybrid cloud connectivity using AWS Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, VPNs, and BGP-based routing.
- Deep expertise with AWS VPCs, route tables, security groups, and multi-region networking.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code
- Drive network automation initiatives using Python, Ansible, Terraform, APIs, and GitOps methodologies.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Mentor engineers, lead design reviews, and interface with executive leadership and vendors.
Required Qualifications
- 12+ years of progressive network engineering and architecture experience.
- 5+ years designing enterprise-scale data center and cloud networking solutions.
- Expert-level expertise in BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP EVPN, VXLAN, Cisco ACI, VLANs, Port-Channels/LACP, VRFs, and
Spine-Leaf architectures.
- Deep AWS networking expertise including VPC, Direct Connect, Transit Gateway, and hybrid routing.
- Strong troubleshooting, packet analysis, and operational capabilities.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, Arista, or Juniper platforms.
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