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Principal WAN Architect

ATLANTA, GA, USA💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-26 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead the strategy, design, and modernization of global network infrastructure, including WAN, cloud connectivity, and data center transformation.

Role type

Principal Network Architect (WAN & Infrastructure)

Builds

Enterprise WAN solutions, data center interconnects (DCI), SD-WAN deployments, and cloud networking integrations.

Domain

Enterprise Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Center Operations

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Enterprise WAN architecture, BGP routing, ISP connectivity, SD-WAN, Cisco ACI, Data Center Interconnect (DCI), Network Security Architecture, Cloud Networking (Azure/GCP), High-level design, Technical leadership

Preferred skills

SD-WAN transformation, Hybrid/Multi-cloud networking, CCIE, CCNP, CISSP, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer

Technologies

Cisco ACI, SD-WAN, BGP, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, Firewalls, VPNs

Responsibilities

Define and govern enterprise network standards; Architect global WAN and cloud connectivity solutions; Lead data center networking and DCI initiatives; Integrate security principles into network designs; Mentor network engineers and lead architecture reviews.

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership with hands-on architectural design

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