Senior Network Architect

Job title: Senior Network Architect in Seattle, WA at Software Resources

Company: Software Resources

Job description: We are looking for a Network Architect for an entertainment giant in downtown Seattle, WA. This is 4 days on site, one day remote. There is no parking offered but there are affordable surrounding lots or public transportation.Duration: 6 month(s) with the potential to be extendedJob Description
Looking for an experienced network architect with deep expertise in architecture, design, and implementation of data center network infrastructure and services in a large scale enterprise environment to join our Hosting Network Architecture team and help drive and support, along with, be part of the development and implementation of data center, cloud, and private cloud networks and services worldwide. This role with partner with multiple networking, hosting, and cloud engineering and operational organizations to optimize our current infrastructure, develop strategy, evaluate new technologies and deliver on implementations.
Expertise in routing, switching, application and global load balancing, network design, automation, DDI, IPv4/6 along with an architect mindset, self-starting, and excellent communication skills are keys to success.Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Implementation:

• Evaluate, design, test and implement infrastructures solutions for large-scale environments.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and performance of solutions and services.
• Project Delivery and Automation:

• Participate in all phases of product development, from concept to implementation.
• Automate tasks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including network engineers, system administrators, and other IT professionals.
• Communicate technical information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in network architecture or engineering, design, deploying and maintaining highly resilient and scalable distributed LAN and WAN network architecture and services in critical production service environments.
• Expertise in configuration and management of network platforms from Cisco, F5, and Palo Alto
• Working knowledge of LAN/MAN/WAN topologies & platforms, routing protocols, current data center architectures, DDI, multicast, VRF, QoS, etc.
• Experience working in a large enterprise environment
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in problem analysis, solution implementation, and change management

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to manage initiatives including: detailed planning, process management, and documentation
• Architecting world-class, large-scale data networks for global enterprises that maximize security, performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

Preferred Education

• 4-Year Degree in a STEM field or equivalent experience

Additional Information
This position will work with other Network Architects to define system requirements and design the proposed implementation. After the design is approved, the candidate will drive delivery with operational partners. This position will be located at the Disney Information Services Center and will be required to be onsite three days a week.TOP SKILLS * Deep knowledge of routing, switching, network security, and load balancing.

• Implementation, management, and/or design experience of DDI services desired.
• IPv6 implementation and migration experience is desired.
• 7+ years of network design experience - automation experience is a plus.
• Experience in large multi-national/large enterprise corporations.
• Communication skills and dealing with change management - knowing and articulating how to make changes without disrupting production.

About Software Resources
Software Resources, founded more than 3 decades ago, is a trusted staffing partner specializing in Technology (IT, Creative, & Marketing), Finance, & Accounting placements. We work with companies nationwide that need skilled professionals and connect them with candidates like you looking for the right opportunity.
We are always looking for professionals at all experience levels and in various specialties to meet our clients' hiring needs. As a member of our team, you will have access to benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, short-term disability, life insurance with AD&D.
If this position fits interests you, we encourage you to apply. You can view all our job openings at

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Location: Seattle, WA

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