Network Architect

This is an opportunity to join a highly respected technology function responsible for delivering secure, resilient, and high-performing network services supporting critical global operations. The Role

As Network Architect, you will be responsible for defining and delivering network architecture strategies across a complex enterprise environment. You will lead the design of scalable, secure, and resilient network solutions, working closely with infrastructure, security, cloud, and engineering teams to support both business transformation and operational excellence., * Develop and maintain enterprise network architecture standards, roadmaps, and high-level designs.

• Design and govern complex LAN, WAN, cloud, and hybrid connectivity solutions.
• Lead network architecture for major technology transformation and infrastructure projects.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend enhancements to improve performance, resilience, security, and scalability.
• Define network security requirements, including segmentation, routing, Firewalls, VPNs, and remote access solutions.
• Produce architecture documentation and present solutions to architecture and governance forums.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and delivery teams throughout project life cycles.
• Support capacity planning, resilience strategies, and disaster recovery requirements across the network estate.

• Proven experience as a Network Architect, Lead Network Engineer, or Infrastructure Architect within a large-scale enterprise environment.
• Deep understanding of enterprise networking including routing, switching, TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MPLS, SD-WAN, DNS, and load balancing technologies.
• Strong experience with network security technologies including Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, segmentation, and secure remote access.
• Knowledge of cloud networking across AWS, Azure, and hybrid environments.
• Experience designing highly available and resilient infrastructure supporting business-critical services.
• Strong documentation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to influence technical decision-making at both engineering and leadership levels., * CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP/JNCIE, or equivalent networking certifications.
• Cloud networking certifications within AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Experience within regulated industries such as financial services, banking, payments, or fintech.

London - £100k - £115k per annum + Bonus & Benefits Package Full Time Posted by: Huxley Banking & Financial Services Posted: Monday, 6 July 2026 Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location Network Architect, * Opportunity to shape the future network architecture of a globally recognised financial services organisation.

• Exposure to large-scale transformation programmes and cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative environment with significant investment in technology, resilience, and innovation.
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities.