Network Architect

Date Posted: 10/08/2025

Hiring Organization: Rose International

Position Number: 489755

Industry: Financial Services

Job Title: Network Architect

Job Location: Chicago, IL, USA, 60604

Work Model: Hybrid

Work Model Details: Three days onsite, two days remote

Shift: M-F 8am-5pm

Employment Type: Temp to Hire

FT/PT: Full-Time

Estimated Duration (In months): 8

Min Hourly Rate($): 86.89

Max Hourly Rate($): 93.33

Must Have Skills/Attributes: Ansible, AWS, Azure, Deployment, GitHub, Google Cloud, Network Architecture, Network Optimization, Python, Terraform

Experience Desired: Hands-on experience architecting, deploying, and evolving network solutions (15 yrs); Deep expertise in Network Technologies (15 yrs); Experience designing and operating network infrastrcutures in public cloud platforms (10 yrs); Experience with Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud (10 yrs); Experience implementing and scaling automation practices using Terraform, Ansible, Python (10 yrs); Experience with Network Observability & Performance Optimization (10 yrs); Solid background in Agile environments? (10 yrs)

Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

**C2C is not available**

Job Description
Qualifications:
Deep Expertise in Networking Technologies
Demonstrated mastery in designing enterprise-wide solutions involving Routing, Switching, Load-Balancing, Firewalling, SD-WAN, and DNS technologies
Extensive Industry Experience
Over 15 years of hands-on experience architecting, deploying, and evolving network solutions in on-premises and colocation settings.
CCIE certification or multiple CCNPs strongly preferred.
Cloud Networking Proficiency
Minimum 10 years of experience designing and operating network infrastructures in public cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud.
Relevant certifications are a plus.
Automation & Orchestration Leadership
Proven ability to implement and scale automation practices using tools like Terraform, Ansible, Python, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
Experience with additional orchestration platforms is highly preferred.
Network Observability & Performance Optimization
Deep understanding of observability tools to extract actionable insights, drive performance improvements, and accelerate issue resolution.
Global Collaboration & Teamwork
Exceptional time management and collaboration skills within cross-functional teams spanning three global regions.
Problem Solving
Expert-level analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving complex network issues across hybrid environments including on-prem, office sites, and cloud.
Security-First Mindset
Strong grasp of security best practices for deploying network services across hybrid cloud ecosystems (on-prem, private, and public cloud).
Strategic Communication & Influence
Superb verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to facilitate decision-making and alignment across teams supporting mission-critical applications.
Product Ownership & Iterative Delivery
Experience as a product owner with a track record of evolving services through customer-driven feedback and agile iteration.
Agile Methodology Experience
Solid background in Agile environments, including the use of Agile tools for managing daily tasks, feature development, and infrastructure initiatives.
Familiarity with Azure DevOps (ADO) is preferred.
Continuous Improvement & Self-Motivation
Self-starter with a passion for ongoing learning and identifying opportunities to continually enhance network products and services.

Job Duties:
The Principal Network Architect is a seasoned techno-functional leader with deep expertise in Network Engineering, Cloud Networking, Colocation Services, and Private Data Center infrastructure.
This role requires a proven track record in leading solution and technical architecture functions, with the ability to translate strategic vision into actionable execution.
Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong leadership in driving complex initiatives, aligning technology with business goals, and delivering scalable, resilient network solutions across hybrid environments.
As a key contributor and thought-leader, the Network Architect will spearhead the design, implementation, and support of network infrastructure and services across the clients global footprint.
This role is pivotal to our enterprise-wide transformation and modernization initiatives, providing visionary guidance to engineering and operations teams and influencing long-term architectural decisions.
Ideal candidates will bring deep expertise in hybrid and multi-cloud networking, a strong product ownership mindset, and a relentless focus on delivering exceptional client outcomes.
The Principal Network Architect will be responsible for establishing and maintaining well-architected standards and solution patterns across the network infrastructure landscape.
This role will drive modernization and transformation initiatives, oversee the full lifecycle of network products and services, and ensure a seamless transition to Engineering and Operations.
Network Architecture:
Drive the Network Architecture Council to define and drive modernization strategies and technology roadmaps for both on-prem and cloud networking services.
Lead vendor evaluations and manage third-party technology partnerships.
Cloud Networking Excellence:
Architect, deploy, and optimize scalable, secure network solutions across public cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud).
Oversee the implementation of connectivity hubs in global colocation facilities to support high-performance business applications.
Network Security:
Design and enforce comprehensive security frameworks for hybrid cloud network services, including system hardening and secure configuration management.
Governance & Compliance Leadership:
Ensure all network solutions align with industry standards (CIS, NIST, SOC 2).
Lead engagements with internal and external auditors to maintain compliance and operational integrity.
Capacity Planning & Performance Optimization:
Collaborate with Engineering and Operations teams to monitor and scale network services, ensuring seamless connectivity for business applications and office locations.
Global Network Deployments
Lead and coordinate network infrastructure deployments across data centers, cloud environments, and mission-critical office sites.
Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Champion network automation initiatives by identifying opportunities for efficiency and implementing IaC and GitOps practices.
Documentation & Knowledge Management:
Create comprehensive documentation for network designs, solutions, and infrastructure states-past, present, and future.
Tier 4 Technical Support:
Serve as the highest-level escalation point for Network Engineering and Operations, providing expert guidance and resolution.

• **Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered.**

• **Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements.**

Benefits:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.

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