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# Network Architect

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** Jacksonville, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, IPv6, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Security, Network Layer, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Wide Area Networks, Software Troubleshooting, Juniper, Routing & Switching, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/434AA635ED0F44699C8E1AFBE97F2DD9/job/

## About the Role

* 10+ years of network engineering or architecture experience
 * Strong expertise with:
 * BGP
 * OSPF
 * Routing & Switching
 * Network Design
 * High Availability & Disaster Recovery
 * Experience supporting enterprise, ISP, telecom, or large-scale environments
 * Hands-on experience with platforms such as:
 * Juniper
 * Cisco
 * Nokia
 * Calix
 * Similar carrier-grade technologies
 * Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills, * CCNP, CCIE, JNCIP, JNCIE, or similar certifications
 * Experience with MPLS, SD-WAN, IPv6, and network automation
 * Cloud networking experience (Azure or AWS)
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## Description

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and long-term strategy of a large-scale, carrier-grade network environment. This individual will be responsible for architecting highly available, scalable, and secure network infrastructure while serving as a technical leader for routing, switching, backbone connectivity, and network resiliency., * Design and maintain enterprise and carrier-grade network architectures

 * Lead routing and switching strategies, including BGP, OSPF, and Layer 2/Layer 3 networking
 * Architect highly available and scalable network solutions
 * Develop standards for network performance, redundancy, and security
 * Participate in network modernization initiatives and infrastructure upgrades
 * Create and maintain network diagrams, procedures, and technical documentation
 * Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and operations teams
 * Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership on complex projects
 * Support critical incidents, maintenance activities, and root cause analysis


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