Senior Network Architect – Enterprise & Data Centre (Cisco Nexus) | FutureX | Remote

FutureX; United States; Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work environment

Job summary

FutureX is seeking a Senior Network Architect to own end-to-end enterprise network design, data center modernization, and large-scale migration initiatives in a remote work setup. You will lead Cisco Nexus routing and switching implementations, deploy leaf-spine topologies, and produce HLD/LLD documentation for global clients.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, you will ensure high availability, robust security perimeters, and strict adherence to architecture standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 15–20+ years in enterprise network architecture and engineering.
• Strong experience with Cisco Nexus routing and switching.
• Experience with data centre modernization, migration projects, and HLD/LLD documentation.
• Proficient in BGP, OSPF, MPLS and LAN/WAN across distributed environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise network design and data centre modernization programs.
• Direct large-scale enterprise network migration projects from planning to cutover.
• Configure Cisco Nexus routing, switching, and core data centre hardware.
• Design and deploy leaf-spine data centre architectures and high-density LAN/WAN connectivity.
• Develop High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents and technical specs.
• Establish robust network segmentation and high availability frameworks.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

Cisco Nexus

Data centre networking

HLD/LLD documentation

Leaf-spine architectures

BGP

MPLS

LAN/WAN

Job description

Position Summary

Driving advanced enterprise network architecture, data centre modernization, leaf-spine network design, and large-scale migration projects in a remote working environment, FutureX is actively seeking an experienced Senior Network Architect with 15 to 20+ years of professional experience for a permanent full-time professional engagement. In this vital executive network engineering role, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of enterprise network design, Cisco Nexus routing and switching, data centre networking, high-level and low-level design (HLD/LLD) documentation, network segmentation, high availability, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration. Bringing deep technical proficiency in core routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS) and enterprise connectivity, you will empower an elite international recruitment and technology solutions corporation to achieve uncompromised network resilience, ultra-low latency infrastructure, and superior client delivery. This prestigious career opportunity offers competitive remuneration, enterprise client exposure, and professional growth within a leading global recruitment and technology consulting corporation.

Detailed Job Description

As a Senior Network Architect supporting FutureX on a professional remote basis, you will take full operational, tactical, and technical ownership of enterprise network architecture, data centre modernization, migration project execution, and cross-functional engineering collaboration. Your day-to-day responsibilities include leading enterprise network design, data centre modernization, and large-scale migration initiatives, architecting Cisco Nexus routing and switching solutions, deploying leaf-spine architectures and advanced data centre topologies, configuring core routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, LAN/WAN), authoring comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) technical documentation, implementing robust network segmentation and high availability frameworks, collaborating proactively with client stakeholders, engineering squads, and technical recruitment leadership like Haneef Khan at FutureX, adhering to strict corporate security and architecture standards, and managing application requirements by submitting your resume via direct email to [e-mail].

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and lead enterprise network design and data centre modernization programs across remote environments.
• Direct large-scale enterprise network migration projects from strategic planning through final cutover.
• Administer, configure, and optimize Cisco Nexus routing, switching, and core data centre hardware platforms.
• Design and deploy modern leaf-spine data centre architectures and high-density LAN/WAN connectivity.
• Implement advanced routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and policy-based routing.
• Author comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents and technical specifications.
• Establish robust network segmentation, security perimeters, and high availability (HA) resilience frameworks.
• Collaborate proactively with cross-functional IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and client stakeholder squads.
• Ensure strict adherence to enterprise architecture baselines, uptime service level agreements, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide executive technical leadership, architectural mentorship, and escalation support for complex network bottlenecks.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 15 to 20+ years of progressive professional hands-on experience in enterprise network architecture and engineering.
• Strong, demonstrable operational expertise in Cisco Nexus routing and switching platforms.
• Comprehensive working knowledge and practical hands-on experience with data centre networking, modernization, and migration projects.
• Solid practical grasp of BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and LAN/WAN protocols across distributed enterprise environments.
• Proven expertise in designing leaf-spine architectures, HLD/LLD documentation, and high availability systems.
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills and effective executive-level stakeholder management capabilities.
• Mandatory legal work authorization and availability for remote professional operations.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Professional vendor certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Data Centre or Enterprise Infrastructure.
• Prior professional working experience supporting Tier-1 global telecommunications operators, cloud service providers, or multinational enterprises.
• Hands-on familiarity with software-defined networking (SD-WAN, Cisco ACI), cloud networking (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute), and network automation scripting in Python or Ansible.
• Experience utilizing enterprise agile tracking and IT service desk platforms (Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow).
• Active participation in networking standards bodies, architecture forums, or industry advisory boards.

Compensation, Working Conditions and Contact

• Salary/Rate: Market Competitive / Enterprise Architect Executive Package
• Work Schedule: Remote Professional Operations
• Contract Duration: Permanent / Full-Time Employment
• Notice Period: Immediate to 30 Days Preferred
• Deadline: Open until filled (Urgent Senior Network Architect Opening)
• Email: [e-mail]

Recruitment Pro Tip

When applying for this Senior Network Architect - Enterprise & Data Centre position with FutureX (Remote), ensure your resume explicitly highlights your Cisco Nexus data centre tenure, leaf-spine architecture design experience, and HLD/LLD documentation portfolio.