Senior Network Architect & Transformation Lead

Accenture; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture in the United States seeks an experienced Network Engineer Architect to translate business objectives into scalable networking strategies. You will lead complex transformation programs and deliver secure, automated network solutions across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments.

The role requires deep expertise in routing, switching, security, cloud networking, IaC and observability, with travel up to 25–100% based on client needs.

Qualifications

• Extensive design, implementation and support of enterprise network solutions across on-premises, cloud and hybrid environments.
• Deep knowledge of routing, switching, wireless, security, segmentation, application connectivity and traffic engineering.
• Experience with cloud networking concepts and multi-cloud architectures; familiarity with security models and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale network transformation and modernization programs.
• Design infrastructure to support AI, analytics, data-intensive workloads and high-performance apps.
• Integrate network with cloud, security, observability and enterprise platforms.
• Develop enterprise technology standards, governance and architecture review processes.

Skills

Network architecture

Large-scale transformation

Cloud networking

Python scripting

DevOps / NetOps

Zero Trust security

Observability

IaC automation

Data center fabrics

Edge networking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

APIs

Automation frameworks

Job description

Accenture in the United States seeks an experienced Network Engineer Architect to translate business objectives into scalable networking strategies. You will lead complex transformation programs and deliver secure, automated network solutions across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments.

The role requires deep expertise in routing, switching, security, cloud networking, IaC and observability, with travel up to 25–100% based on client needs.