Global Network Architecture Lead

086 NT Mgmt Services Ireland Ltd; Limerick; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust in Ireland is seeking a Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of the global network platforms. You will translate conceptual designs into scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructures, mentoring engineers and coordinating with operations to improve service delivery and reduce TCO.

The role requires deep expertise across routing, switching, security and data center technologies, with a track record of delivering complex WAN/LAN solutions and driving

Qualifications

• 15+ years designing IP networks or 20+ years with equivalent experience.
• 10+ years with routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP).
• Experience with SD-WAN and data center strategies.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Northern Trust's global network.
• Lead and mentor engineering teams in design, support, and optimization.
• Collaborate with operations to improve system availability and reduce TCO.
• Translate designs into scalable, secure network solutions across data centers and cloud.

Skills

IP networks

Routing protocols

Security concepts

Leadership

Cloud awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Cisco Catalyst & Nexus

Juniper MX Routers

Aruba switches

Arista switches

DNS & DHCP

Job description

Northern Trust in Ireland is seeking a Network Architect to lead the design and implementation of the global network platforms. You will translate conceptual designs into scalable, secure, and highly available infrastructures, mentoring engineers and coordinating with operations to improve service delivery and reduce TCO.

The role requires deep expertise across routing, switching, security and data center technologies, with a track record of delivering complex WAN/LAN solutions and driving