Senior Network Architect – Government SATCOM Orchestration

ViaSat Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

Viasat is seeking an experienced Network Architect in Carlsbad, CA to lead the design and architecture of government SATCOM orchestration and service delivery platforms for large-scale, multi-network environments.

You will work with Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, and Cloud engineers to deliver holistic networking solutions, mentor junior staff, and drive automation and scalable designs. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on networking experience; 2+ years in network architecture.
• bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; CCNP or higher cert.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain TS clearance.
• Experience with data center, service provider, and cloud networking.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, implementation, and sustainment of enterprise/backbone networks.
• Collaborate with Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, and Cloud teams to deliver solutions.
• Iterate network designs to meet evolving customer needs; mentor junior engineers.
• Evaluate vendors and apply automation to scale network operations.

Skills

Network design

Automation

L2/L3 protocols

Security concepts

Cloud/on-prem infra

Cisco/Juniper

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant technical field

CCNP or higher certification

Tools

Cisco devices

Juniper devices

Job description

Viasat is seeking an experienced Network Architect in Carlsbad, CA to lead the design and architecture of government SATCOM orchestration and service delivery platforms for large-scale, multi-network environments.

You will work with Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, and Cloud engineers to deliver holistic networking solutions, mentor junior staff, and drive automation and scalable designs. Travel up to 10% may be required.