Analog Devices-Cloud Network Architect

Naukri E-hire; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Naukri E-hire is seeking a senior Cloud Network Architect to define, design, and govern the enterprise cloud network across multi-cloud environments. This role requires expertise in at least two major cloud platforms and deep knowledge of hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.

You will lead scalable, secure network solutions and collaborate with infrastructure, security, and on-prem teams to ensure optimal connectivity and alignment with enterprise standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of networking experience with at least 5+ years in cloud networking.
• Strong hands-on expertise in at least two cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proven experience designing multi-cloud and hybrid network architectures.
• Knowledge of IP addressing, CIDR, subnetting, DNS, load balancing, and security segmentation.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the enterprise cloud network architecture roadmap and governance.
• Design scalable, secure Cloud WAN, VPC/VNet topologies, segmentation, and routing strategies.
• Lead design and implementation of multi-cloud networking strategies and interconnectivity.
• Architect hybrid solutions integrating on-prem data centers with cloud environments and manage VPN/Direct Connect/ExpressRoute implementations.
• Define and enforce network security standards including firewall policies and traffic inspection; collaborate with security teams.
• Drive performance optimization, high availability, failover, and cost optimization across cloud environments.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams and collaborate with on-prem, cloud, applications, and security stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud networking

Multi-cloud design

Hybrid connectivity

Network security

IaC (Terraform/CF)

VPC/VNet design

Routing & IP addressing

Security policies & segmentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

Role Summary

The Cloud Network Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing the enterprise cloud network architecture across multi-cloud environments. This role requires strong expertise in at least two of the major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and deep knowledge of hybrid connectivity between on-premises and cloud environments.

The individual will lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performance network solutions and collaborate closely with infrastructure, security, and on-prem network teams to ensure optimal connectivity and alignment with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy

• Define and maintain the enterprise cloud network architecture roadmap
• Design scalable and secure Cloud WAN, VPC/VNet topologies, segmentation, and routing strategies
• Establish network design standards, patterns, and governance models

Multi-Cloud & Hybrid Connectivity

• Design and implement multi-cloud networking strategies and interconnectivity
• Architect hybrid solutions integrating on-premises data centers with cloud environments
• Lead implementation of VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and equivalent solutions
• Deploy Cloud Network services through automation

Network Security

• Define and enforce network security standards including segmentation, firewall policies, and traffic inspection
• Implement security controls such as Security Groups, NSGs, and cloud-native firewalls
• Partner with cybersecurity teams on compliance and governance requirements

Performance & Optimization

• Optimize network performance, latency, and throughput across cloud environments
• Design for high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
• Identify opportunities for cost and performance optimization

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with on-prem network teams to optimize connectivity and routing
• Work with cloud platforms, applications and security teams to align architecture with business needs
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineering teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in networking, with at least 5+ years in cloud networking
• Strong hands-on expertise in at least two cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proven experience designing multi-cloud and hybrid network architectures
• Strong knowledge of:
• IP addressing, CIDR, subnetting
• Routing protocols and traffic management
• DNS, load balancing, and network services
• Network security and segmentation principles

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise cloud transformation programs
• Expertise in:
• AWS Transit Gateway, Azure Virtual WAN, GCP networking constructs
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Network monitoring and observability tools
• Industry certifications (preferred):
• AWS Advanced Networking Specialty
• Azure Network Engineer Associate
• Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to influence and drive architecture decisions across teams
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to work in a global, cross-functional environment

Travel Requirements

Minimal / As required

Impact & Scope

• Drives enterprise-wide cloud network strategy and standards
• Enables secure, scalable, and optimized connectivity across cloud platforms
• Plays a key role in multi-cloud architecture, hybrid connectivity, and cloud transformation initiatives

Additional Information

• Experience working with hybrid cloud DNS and IP management
• Exposure to automation, DevOps, and platform engineering models