Senior Global Network Architect — SD-WAN, Cloud & Security

Sierra Wireless; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Semtech is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to design, implement, and operate a global network spanning 30+ sites across North America, EMEA, and APAC. The role requires hands-on depth with Palo Alto firewalls, Aryaka SD‑WAN, Cisco L2/L3 devices, and cloud networking in AWS and Azure.

You will lead strategic initiatives such as zero‑trust adoption and VPN modernization, partnering with IT Infrastructure, Security, and Cloud teams to ensure resilience, performance, and security in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Networking or related field; Master preferred.
• 5–8 years in network administration or IT engineering.
• Proficiency with routing, switching, firewall policy, and security.
• Experience with Palo Alto firewalls, Aryaka SD‑WAN, Cisco L2/L3.
• Experience leading cross‑regional network initiatives and zero‑trust adoption.

Responsibilities

• Support IT Engineering, IT Support and EDA teams on network topics.
• Maintain infrastructure, patching, device lifecycle, etc.
• Design and implement new network solutions.

Skills

Routing protocols

Switching technologies

Network security

Network management tools

Cloud networking

SD-WAN

Network automation

Software‑defined networking

CCNP/CCDP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Networking

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Semtech is seeking a Senior Network Administrator to design, implement, and operate a global network spanning 30+ sites across North America, EMEA, and APAC. The role requires hands-on depth with Palo Alto firewalls, Aryaka SD‑WAN, Cisco L2/L3 devices, and cloud networking in AWS and Azure.

You will lead strategic initiatives such as zero‑trust adoption and VPN modernization, partnering with IT Infrastructure, Security, and Cloud teams to ensure resilience, performance, and security in a