SDWAN Implementation Architect
Core
Technical lead for customer deployments of managed network services, accountable for solution design and configuring SD-WAN platforms.
Role type
Senior IC SD-WAN Implementation Architect
Builds
Managed network services (SD-WAN, routing, switching, security, firewall solutions)
Domain
Telecommunications / Network Infrastructure
Required skills
SD-WAN solution design, network configuration, security policy management, technical requirements gathering, LLD documentation, technical leadership, vendor platform expertise (Fortinet, Cisco), network automation scripting (Python, Perl, Shell, Puppet, Chef, Ansible), API-driven solutions
Preferred skills
Advanced Fortinet certifications (NSE7), network automation scripting, API-driven solutions
Technologies
Fortinet SD-WAN, Cisco Meraki, Python, Perl, Shell, Puppet, Chef, Ansible
Responsibilities
Work directly with customers to gather detailed technical requirements and develop low-level design (LLD) documentation. Lead technical workshops and design discussions covering solution architecture, migration strategies, operational requirements, and third-party integrations. Manage the end-to-end implementation of customer solutions, ensuring delivery aligns with agreed project plans and customer expectations. Configure and deploy SD-WAN, routing, switching, security, and firewall solutions. Create and maintain deployment standards, configuration templates, and implementation documentation. Provide technical leadership and support to Implementation Engineers and broader delivery teams. Take ownership of technical deployment issues and escalations, working collaboratively across Engineering, Operations, Product, Logistics, and Support teams. Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for vendor platforms including Fortinet SD-WAN and Cisco Meraki. Develop repeatable delivery methodologies, playbooks, and best-practice frameworks to support scalable customer deployments. Capture lessons learned from customer implementations and drive continuous improvement across delivery and operational processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
