Senior Principal - Platform Architect LAN
Core
Owns the technical design of GSK's local area network and campus switching platform, defining reference architectures, patterns, and standards for secure, scalable, and consistent solutions.
Role type
Senior Principal Platform Architect (LAN & Campus Switching)
Builds
Reference architectures, patterns, and standards for AI-assisted delivery and intelligent operations
Domain
Biopharma / Enterprise Networking
Required skills
LAN Architecture, Campus Switching, Routing, Quality of Service, Resilience Planning, Security Engineering, Zero Trust Architecture, Design Assurance, GxP Compliance, AI Reference Patterns
Preferred skills
CCIE/JNCIE Enterprise Certification, Cisco Catalyst/Meraki/Juniper platforms, Software-Defined Campus, Automation, OT Networks
Technologies
Cisco IP, Cisco Switching, Juniper MX, SD-WAN, Load Balancers, IPAM, System Monitors, Wireless System Design
Responsibilities
Define reference architectures and standards aligned to enterprise strategy; Design AI into the platform for intelligent operations; Architect for reliability and resilience by design; Provide design assurance and technical guidance to engineering teams; Ensure platform solutions are secure and compliant including GxP; Evaluate and introduce new technologies based on measured outcomes; Set architecture standards for supplier and managed-service solutions.
Seniority
Senior Principal, hands-on IC with strategy & mentorship
