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Network Architect

United Kingdom

IT jobs >> Telecommunications/Internet

Negotiable

Permanent

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Job Title: Network Architect
Location: On-site (5 days/week)
Salary: Up to $130,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time (Contract option available for the right fit)
Industry: Telecommunications / Internet Service Provider
Interview Process: 2 Stages (1 Remote, 1 On-site)

About Us

We are a rapidly growing, fiber-based telecommunications company delivering high-performance internet services to over 40,000 residential and commercial subscribers. As we continue to scale, we are investing in the future of our network and looking for passionate professionals who want to play a key role in shaping it.

Position Overview

We're seeking an experienced Network Architect with 10+ years of experience in the Internet Service Provider (ISP) industry. This individual will be responsible for the design, maintenance, and evolution of our core and access networks. You'll balance day-to-day operational support with long-term strategic planning and network modernization efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing network solutions.

Provide advanced support and troubleshooting for the core and aggregation network infrastructure.

Plan and execute network refreshes, upgrades, and expansions aligned with business growth.

Design future-state network topologies with a focus on reliability, performance, and maintainability.

Collaborate with operations, engineering, and leadership teams to define network strategy.

Evaluate and integrate new technologies while maintaining compatibility with legacy systems such as Adtran and Ciena.

Assist in the development of documentation, network diagrams, and standard operating procedures.

Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of hands-on experience in a senior network engineering or architecture role within an ISP environment.

Deep understanding of core and access networking, including routing, switching, and traffic engineering.

Experience with legacy and modern ISP infrastructure, including platforms like Adtran and Ciena.

Strong knowledge of network design principles for fiber-based networks serving residential and business customers.

Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, MPLS, QoS, and network automation concepts.

Familiarity with network monitoring and performance management tools.

Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to lead incident response and resolution efforts.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience or working knowledge of DWDM technologies.

Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent.

Familiarity with SDN, IPv6, and next-gen network architecture strategies.

What We Offer

Competitive salary up to $130,000 per year

Health insurance coverage

Christmas bonus and company performance-based bonus

Annual Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)

Flexibility to hire on contract basis for exceptional candidates

A chance to work at a fast-paced, innovative company building the future of fiber internet

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-94441
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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