Network Architecture Expert

ipracujzdalnie.pl; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training budget

Mentorship with senior architects

Projects with top clients

Access to modern IT infra

Sports card

Medical care

Life insurance

Job summary

TeamQuest, a rapidly growing Polish IT consultancy, is seeking a Network Architecture Expert to design enterprise network, data center, and cybersecurity solutions for major clients. You will participate in presales, deliver high-level designs, and guide implementation teams on on-site projects in Poland and beyond, building long-term client relationships.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in network architecture, deep Data Center/WAN expertise, and strong English communication for global

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in designing and implementing network solutions.
• Experience at an IT integrator, vendor, or large Enterprise environments.
• Very good knowledge of Data Center, Campus and WAN architectures.
• Experience in designing High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions.
• Knowledge of routing, MPLS, EVPN/VXLAN, Segment Routing, Spine-Leaf, SD-WAN, QoS, Multicast, IPv6 and network automation.
• Knowledge of OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, Ansible, Python and REST API.
• Knowledge of Data Center solutions, network virtualization, SAN and Ethernet Fabric.
• Ability to conduct technical discussions with clients at architect/management levels.
• Very good knowledge across IT infrastructure solutions, confirmed by certifications, references or interviews.
• Expert knowledge of at least one technology and very good knowledge of a second technology from Cisco, Fortinet, HPE, or Dell.
• Basic knowledge of operating systems, hardware, virtualization and IT security.
• Ability to create clear technical documentation and conduct workshops.
• Good command of English enabling cooperation with global support teams.

Responsibilities

• Designing network solutions architecture, Data Center and cybersecurity for Enterprise-class clients.
• Participating in presales processes and providing technical consulting.
• Supporting the sales department during bidding as a solutions architect.
• Translating business needs into technical architecture and documentation.
• Preparing concepts, reference architectures and HLD/LLD documents.
• Preparing technical proposals and responses to RFP/RFQ.
• Conducting technical workshops, presentations and solution demonstrations.
• Collaborating with vendors and project teams to create complex solutions.
• Supporting implementation teams, diagnosing and troubleshooting failures.
• Participating in migration and transformation projects covering on-premises and hybrid environments.
• Building long-term relationships with clients as a trusted advisor.
• Participating in trainings, maintaining certifications and tracking market developments.

Skills

Network design

Data Center

WAN architectures

MPLS

EVPN/VXLAN

Spine-Leaf

SD-WAN

QoS

IPv6

OSPF/BGP/IS-IS

Ansible

Python

REST API

Documentation

English

Client consulting

Tools

Cisco

Fortinet

HPE

Dell

Network virtualization

SAN

Job description

TeamQuest is a rapidly growing Polish company engaged in the comprehensive HR consulting services, in particular in the recruitment of IT professionals. Working at one of the leading IT infrastructure integrators, delivering projects for large enterprises and public institutions. The organization designs and implements Data Center, Campus, WAN, SD-WAN, Cloud environments and solutions in the field of cybersecurity.

Network Architecture Expert

location: Warszawa, Wrocław, Gdańsk, Poznań

Key Duties

• Designing network solutions architecture, Data Center and cybersecurity for Enterprise-class clients.
• Participating in presales processes and providing technical consulting.
• Supporting the sales department during bidding as a solutions architect.
• Analyzing business needs and translating them into technical architecture.
• Preparing concepts, reference architectures and HLD and LLD documentation.
• Preparing technical proposals and responses to RFP and RFQ inquiries.
• Conducting technical workshops, presentations and solution demonstrations.
• Selecting technologies and vendors according to client requirements.
• Collaborating with vendors and project teams in creating complex solutions.
• Supporting implementation teams, diagnosing and troubleshooting failures.
• Participating in migration and transformation projects covering on-premises and hybrid environments.
• Building long-term relationships with clients as a trusted technical advisor.
• Participating in trainings, maintaining technical certifications and tracking market developments.

Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in designing and implementing network solutions.
• Experience gained at an IT integrator, vendor, or in large Enterprise environments.
• Very good knowledge of Data Center, Campus and WAN architectures.
• Experience in designing High Availability and Disaster Recovery solutions.
• Knowledge of routing, MPLS, EVPN/VXLAN, Segment Routing, Spine-Leaf, SD-WAN, QoS, Multicast, IPv6 and network automation.
• Knowledge of OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, Ansible, Python and REST API.
• Knowledge of Data Center solutions, network virtualization, Storage Area Network and Ethernet Fabric.
• Ability to conduct technical discussions with clients at the architect and management levels.
• Very good knowledge across a wide range of IT infrastructure solutions, confirmed by certifications, references or technical interview.
• Expert knowledge of at least one technology and very good knowledge of a second technology from the Cisco, Fortinet, HPE, or Dell sectors.
• Basic knowledge of operating systems, hardware platforms, virtualization and IT security.
• Ability to create clear technical documentation and to conduct consultations and workshops.
• Good command of English enabling cooperation with global technical support teams.

Good To Have Skills

• Knowledge of network virtualization and SAN networks.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity solutions, including NGFW, IPS/IDS, NAC, ZTNA, microsegmentation, SASE, IAM, SIEM, SOAR, EDR, NDR, PKI, VPN, DDoS protection, and DNS security.
• Experience as an architect or in sales support for IT services for large enterprises.
• Experience in telecommunications, financial, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Basic knowledge of public cloud services.
• Technical certifications in networking, security, Data Center infrastructure, or virtualization.

We Offer

• Training budget and funding for technical certifications.
• Collaboration with experienced architects and consultants.
• Participation in projects for the largest business entities.
• Access to modern IT infrastructure technologies.
• Benefits package including a sports card, medical care and life insurance.
• Long-term employment based on an employment contract or B2B.