Network Architect

TXP Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider is seeking a Technical Architect – Networks to design network architecture and lead projects that enhance digital infrastructure for various clients. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in routing, switching, and network security, as well as experience with Cisco systems. You will contribute to transformative projects within a dynamic team environment in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, ISR/ASR platforms.
• Expert-level knowledge of Cisco ACI.
• Experience leading large-scale network deployments.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead network architecture across digital platforms.
• Drive development of new products and services.
• Evaluate and enhance existing platforms for performance.

Skills

Routing and switching

Network security

Documentation skills

Presales experience

Cisco ACI knowledge

Education

Relevant network architecture certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE)

Tools

Cisco Nexus

Cisco Catalyst

Ansible

Terraform

Job description

This range is provided by TXP Talent. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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Are you ready to architect the future of digital infrastructure? Join a leading UK-based technology solutions provider with a strong heritage in delivering innovative IT services across cloud, networking, and digital transformation. As a Technical Architect – Networks, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping next-generation platforms and services that support enterprise clients across diverse sectors.

What You’ll Do

• Design and lead network architecture across digital platforms, ensuring alignment with governance and standards.
• Drive the development of new products and services with strategic network design.
• Evaluate and enhance existing platforms for performance, security, and supportability.
• Support presales engagements with expert input across the digital portfolio.
• Identify and present opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings.
• Contribute to network automation and standardisation initiatives.
• Mentor engineering teams and provide 4th line support for complex issues.

What You’ll Bring

• Deep expertise in routing, switching, and network security, with strong cross-stack awareness.
• Proven experience with Cisco Nexus, Catalyst, ISR/ASR platforms, and Cisco ACI migrations.
• Advanced knowledge of Cisco and/or Fortigate firewalls and security features.
• Strong documentation skills (HLD/LLD, schematics) and presales experience (RFI/RFP, BoM, SoW).
• Experience leading large-scale network deployments.
• Skills or willingness to upskill in SD-WAN (Meraki/Fortigate), automation (Ansible/Terraform), and public cloud networking.
• Confident communicator and resilient problem-solver with excellent analytical and decision-making abilities.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Network Architect or Senior Network Engineer.
• Essential: Expert-level knowledge of Cisco ACI.
• Strong understanding of datacentre networking, SDN, and virtualization.
• Proficiency in BGP, OSPF, and other routing protocols.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE) highly preferred.
• Experience with automation tools and scripting (Python, Ansible) is a plus.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic digital division within one of the UK’s largest independent technology providers. You’ll work alongside experts in cloud, networking, and cybersecurity, contributing to high-impact projects that drive transformation for public and private sector clients.

If this sounds like something you'd be interested, please get in touch today for further information!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Information Services and Technology, Information and Media

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