Network Architect | Tech Club Inc | Irvine, CA

Position Summary: We are seeking an elite and strategic Network Architect to join Tech Club Inc in Irvine, CA. In this high-impact technical leadership role, you will take total ownership of designing, engineering, and scaling robust enterprise network architectures, multi-cloud connectivity solutions, and advanced routing/switching infrastructures. You will leverage your extensive telecommunications and IT network expertise to define enterprise connectivity standards, optimize WAN/LAN performance, and drive secure, high-availability network transformations. If you possess a robust background in enterprise network design and a passion for cutting-edge infrastructure engineering, we invite you to apply. Detailed Job Description: As a Network Architect at Tech Club Inc in Irvine, CA, you will lead the end-to-end conceptualization, architectural design, and deployment of mission-critical enterprise network systems. Your daily responsibilities will span architecting resilient BGP/OSPF routing topologies, implementing software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) frameworks, securing multi-cloud VPC/VNet connectivity across AWS and Azure, and establishing rigorous network security baselines. Operating in a fast-paced technology consulting environment, you will collaborate closely with executive stakeholders, systems engineering teams, and external vendors to translate complex business requirements into scalable, fault-tolerant network blueprints. Furthermore, you will conduct thorough performance analyses, direct capacity planning initiatives, and resolve complex cross-domain networking escalations. Key Responsibilities: Design, architect, and deploy highly scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise network infrastructures across local, wide-area, and cloud environments. Engineer advanced routing and switching architectures utilizing BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and protocol optimization standards. Spearhead enterprise SD-WAN deployments, multi-site connectivity frameworks, and software-defined networking strategies. Architect and secure hybrid cloud networking connections, direct interconnects, and virtual private clouds across AWS and Azure. Establish comprehensive network security standards, enterprise firewall policies, segmentation rules, and zero-trust architectures. Provide expert-level technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to junior network engineers and operations support teams. Evaluate emerging networking technologies, hardware platforms, and software-defined solutions to future-proof enterprise estates. Collaborate cross-functionally with cybersecurity, DevOps, and systems architecture teams to ensure seamless integration. Required Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline. Minimum of 8+ years of progressive professional experience in enterprise network engineering, design, and architecture. Extensive, hands-on architectural expertise in enterprise routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, ISIS). Proven professional experience designing and deploying SD-WAN solutions and multi-site WAN architectures. Strong technical background in multi-cloud networking (AWS VPC/Transit Gateway, Azure VNet/ExpressRoute). Deep understanding of network security principles, enterprise firewalls, VPN tunnels, and micro-segmentation. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional stakeholder communication skills. Ability to work independently and lead complex architectural initiatives in Irvine, CA. Nice-to-Have Skills: Professional expert-level certifications such as Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE). Advanced cloud networking certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking or Azure Solutions Architect Expert). Experience implementing network automation frameworks and Infrastructure-as-Code using Python, Terraform, and Ansible. Prior professional experience working within top-tier managed service providers or technology consulting firms. Familiarity with container networking (Kubernetes CNI, Calico, Cilium) and service mesh architectures. Application Information: Recruiter: Tech Club Inc Talent Acquisition Practice Contact Name: Kajal Singh Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: Unspecified Application URL: Unspecified Salary/Rate: Competitive senior architect compensation package commensurate with experience Deadline: Immediate / Open until filled Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days preferred Contract Duration: Permanent Full-Time (Irvine, CA) Recruitment Pro Tip: When applying for senior Network Architect roles in California, ensure your CV explicitly highlights large-scale enterprise routing designs, multi-cloud interconnect projects, and advanced CCIE/cloud networking certifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Tech Club