Solutions Architect - Network & Cloud

We are seeking a highly experienced Solutions Architect – Network & Cloud to join our consulting practice. In this client-facing role, you will advise enterprise and public-sector customers on modernizing their network and cloud infrastructure, leading architecture design, transformation programs and technical delivery across complex environments. You will combine deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder management skills, acting as a trusted advisor to CIOs, IT leaders and engineering teams.
Responsibilities
Act as a trusted technical advisor to enterprise customers
Lead infrastructure assessments, architecture workshops and roadmap development
Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Present architecture concepts to technical and executive audiences
Provide governance aligned to enterprise architecture frameworks
Design WAN/LAN, SD-WAN and hybrid cloud architectures, including secure connectivity across AWS, Azure and/or Oracle OCI
Develop Zero Trust and SASE-based security models
Lead data centre modernization and cloud migration initiatives, producing high- and low-level design documentation (HLD/LLD)
Support implementation teams during deployment phases and troubleshoot complex cross-domain issues across network, cloud and security
Provide architectural oversight during transformation programs and act as a senior escalation point for critical infrastructure challenges
Support RFP/RFI responses with technical solution design, contribute to proposal development and effort estimation
Participate in client pitches and technical presentations, identifying follow-on opportunities within existing accounts
Requirements
10+ years of experience in enterprise networking and infrastructure consulting
Proven experience working directly with enterprise or public-sector clients
Hands-on expertise in Cisco routing & switching, Arista and NSX
Proficiency in SD-WAN technologies (Cisco, Aruba/Silver Peak or similar)
Skills in MPLS, VPN and QoS design
Knowledge of cloud networking across AWS, Azure and Oracle OCI
Expertise in security architecture, including Zero Trust and SASE
Background in delivering cloud and network transformation programs
Strong communication and presentation skills
Fluent English required (C1), German highly desirable
Willingness to travel to client locations
Nice to have
Familiarity with AWS Networking and Content Delivery
Knowledge of GCP Networking
Understanding of Microsoft Azure