Network Architect

Harvey Nash; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvey Nash in Ireland is seeking an experienced Network Architect to design secure, scalable cloud networking solutions and support infrastructure modernisation across Azure, AWS or GCP.

This 12-month contract role is hybrid, requiring 3 days in the Dublin office. You will build IaC with Terraform, contribute to architecture reviews, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 7+ years IT experience with cloud engineering or architecture.
• Hands-on experience with Azure, AWS or GCP.
• Experience using Terraform, Terraform Enterprise, Private Module Registry and Sentinel.
• Strong knowledge of Azure networking (ExpressRoute, VNets, firewalls).
• Knowledge of CAF and cloud architecture frameworks.
• Experience with cloud security tools (Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Maven) and automation (Ansible or Puppet).
• Understanding of Linux/UNIX, identity management, distributed systems and web protocols.
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift and languages Python/Java/Go.
• Experience with Agile development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud networking solutions aligned with enterprise cloud strategy.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Terraform Enterprise.
• Design and support Azure networking components (ExpressRoute, VNets, firewalls).
• Contribute to architecture reviews, product design activities, and technical design meetings.
• Implement cloud security controls and ensure compliance with architecture and engineering standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, automation, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with software developers, QA, and project management teams to deliver cloud solutions.
• Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, scalability, performance, and reliability.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

IT strategy

Tools

Terraform

Terraform Enterprise

Private Module Registry

Sentinel

Azure networking

Jenkins

Maven

Ansible

Puppet

Job description

Location: Dublin | Hybrid – 3 Days per Week in Office

Duration: 12-Month Contract

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to support cloud enablement and infrastructure modernisation, designing secure, scalable solutions aligned with enterprise cloud strategy. The role will involve working across technology teams to design cloud networking solutions, develop infrastructure as code, and enhance existing cloud platforms across Azure, AWS, or GCP.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud networking solutions aligned with enterprise cloud strategy.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code using Terraform and Terraform Enterprise.
• Design and support Azure networking components, including ExpressRoute, VNets, and firewalls.
• Contribute to architecture reviews, product design activities, and technical design meetings.
• Implement cloud security controls and ensure compliance with architecture and engineering standards.
• Support CI/CD pipelines, automation, and configuration management.
• Collaborate with software developers, QA, and project management teams to deliver cloud solutions.
• Ensure solutions meet requirements for security, scalability, performance, and reliability.

Key Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of IT experience, including at least 5 years in cloud engineering or architecture.
• Strong experience with public cloud platforms, particularly Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform, Terraform Enterprise, Private Module Registry, and Sentinel.
• Strong understanding of Azure networking, including ExpressRoute, VNets, routing, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of cloud architecture frameworks such as Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF).
• Experience with cloud security tools and services, including Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins and Maven, alongside automation tools such as Ansible or Puppet.
• Understanding of Linux/UNIX, identity management, distributed systems, and web protocols.
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Experience with Agile development practices, testing, and software solution architecture.