Connectivity and Cloud Architect

<p>We are seeking a skilled Connectivity and Cloud Architect to join our Infrastructure area. You will design, implement, and maintain robust network architectures across hybrid on-premise and AWS cloud environments, with a strong focus on routing (BGP), connectivity, and DNS architecture, working closely with our Enterprise Architect, infrastructure, and network teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance across all<br>systems.</p> <p> </p> <h2><strong>A taster of what you will be involved with: </strong></h2> <ul> <li>Network Architecture Design: Design and develop scalable, secure network architectures across hybrid on-premise and AWS cloud environments, including routing, connectivity, and integration patterns.</li> <li>AWS Network Architecture: Lead design and implementation of AWS networking components, including Transit Gateways, VPC connectivity, ACLs, Network Firewalls, Cloud WAN, and Route 53.</li> <li>Hybrid Connectivity: Design and manage AWS Direct Connect and Site-to-Site VPN architectures linking on-premise and cloud environments.</li> <li>Routing and BGP: Design, implement, and maintain complex routing architectures leveraging advanced protocols such as BGP and OSPF to ensure resilient, performant connectivity.</li> <li>DNS Architecture: Design, implement, and maintain DNS architecture across on-premise and cloud environments, ensuring scalability, resiliency, and security.</li> <li>Disaster Recovery Network Design: Design and maintain resilient network architectures supporting disaster recovery and business continuity.</li> <li>Network Management: Oversee configuration, management, and optimisation of network devices (routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs), ensuring network security and compliance with best practices.</li> <li>Automation and Tooling: Use Git, Terraform, Bash, and Ansible to automate and manage infrastructure and network configuration as code.</li> <li>Collaboration and Communication: Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment with business objectives.</li> <li>Documentation and Best Practices: Develop and maintain documentation, diagrams, and SOPs for network and cloud architectures, promoting industry best practices and compliance.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <h2><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></h2> <p><strong>Education:<br><br></strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field</li> <li>3+ years of proven experience as a Systems Architect, Network Architect, Cloud Architect, or similar role in a complex IT environment</li> <li>Strong understanding of AWS Cloud security and infrastructure security, including network and server security</li> <li>Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, CCNP) are a plus</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Work Experience:<br><br></strong></p> <ul> <li>Strong expertise in designing and implementing hybrid (on-premise and cloud) network architectures</li> <li>Strong, hands-on AWS network experience, particularly with Transit Gateways, ACLs, Network Firewalls, Cloud WAN, VPC connectivity, EKS<br>networking, and Route 53</li> <li>Hands-on experience with AWS Direct Connect and VPN Gateway architectures for hybrid connectivity</li> <li>Experience designing and implementing complex routing architectures, leveraging advanced protocols such as BGP and OSPF</li> <li>Strong knowledge of DNS architecture design, i