Sr- Network Architect/ Lead Network Engineer- Only local candidates to PA

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Posted 18 hours ago | Updated 18 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Junos
SRX
BGP
MPLS
QoS
VoIP
Palo Alto
MPPLS
MX

Job Details

6+ Months

Philadelphia PA

***Locals Only***

*** No Network Engineer****

The Senior Network Architect is a key leadership role responsible for the design, implementation, and advanced support of the organization s mission-critical global network infrastructure. This position requires deep, hands-on expertise with juniper and Palo Alto Networks, specializing in complex service provider and large enterprise network technologies, including BGP, MPLS, Quality of Service (QoS), and ensuring seamless transport for services like VoIP and high-volume IP Video Surveillance (IPVS). The ideal candidate is a technical leader who bridges architectural vision with operational execution.

Required
10+ years of progressive experience in network engineering, with at least 3 years in a Network Architect or Lead Senior role
Deep hands-on expertise with Juniper Junos OS across routers (e.g., MX Series), switches (e.g., EX/QFX Series), and SRX firewalls
Expert-level knowledge of Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), including path manipulation, route filtering, and peering
Extensive experience designing and operating Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPPLS) networks, including LDP, RSVP-TE, and L2/L3 VPNs
Proven expertise with Palo Alto Networks firewalls, including Panorama management, App-ID, Content-ID, and WildFire integration
Strong, verifiable experience in designing and troubleshooting networks that support high-volume, real-time traffic, including QoS for VoIP and IP Video

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