Senior Network Architect

We are looking for a Lead Core & Edge Network Architect to design and deliver end-to-end Core & Edge networking solutions for a large-scale international sports event.

Key Responsibilities:

End‑to‑End Solution Design:

• Lead the architecture and detailed design of Core & Edge networking solutions tailored to the unique requirements of international sports event, including venues design and deployment, broadcast networks, and operational zones.

Implementation Leadership:

• Oversee and actively support deployment activities—from hardware roll‑out and configuration to integration with security and monitoring systems.

Operational Excellence:

• Provide expert guidance and hands‑on support to operations teams to maintain network stability, performance, and security during Games‑time operations.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate closely with venue managers, engineering teams, service providers, and Games operations leadership to align designs and deployments with event timelines and evolving requirements.

Issue Resolution:

• Act on complex network incidents, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution to protect critical event services.

Documentation & Handover:

• Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, implementation guides, and operational runbooks to support seamless handover to operations.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to optimize designs and processes, drawing from lessons learned in previous large‑scale event networks.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5+ years in enterprise networking consulting or solution delivery, ideally for large‑scale or high‑availability environments (e.g., sports events, broadcast, or public venues).
• Proven experience designing and implementing Core & Edge networks, SD‑WAN, LAN/WLAN, and security solutions.
• Strong knowledge of network monitoring, incident management, and operational support processes.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multi-vendor and cross‑functional teams in time‑critical projects.
• Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with technical teams and senior event stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience supporting international events (sports, entertainment, or similar).
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE).
• Familiarity with Olympic Games technology delivery models and operational constraints.

Technical Competencies:

• Deep understanding of Core & Edge network architecture, WiFi concepts, and security integration.
• Proficiency with network monitoring and management tools.
• Ability to create and interpret network diagrams, documentation, and operational playbooks.