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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Architect - **Company:** SWIFT - **Location:** Leiden, Netherlands - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Enterprise Architecture Framework, VMware ESX Servers, Hyper-V, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Linux System Administration, Network Architecture, Ansible, Software Requirements Analysis, Virtualization Technology, Information Technology - **Published:** August 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://swift.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Join-Swift/job/Leiden-area-Netherlands/Network-Architect_2026-16391 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience * Minimum 10 years of experience in enterprise IT engineering/architecture roles * Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure or network architectures in large-scale environments * Hands-on expertise in: + Infrastructure platforms (compute, storage, network) + Virtualization technologies (KVM, Hyper-V, VMware ESXi) + Containerized and cloud-native environments * Strong working knowledge of: + Linux systems administration + Automation and scripting (Python, Ansible or similar) * Demonstrated ability to: + Lead proof-of-concepts and technical validations + Communicate complex topics clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences + Manage and motivate teams while driving delivery outcomes Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Enterprise Architecture frameworks (ITIL) and tools such as LeanIX * Exposure to regulated environments (audit, compliance, risk management) * Strong orientation toward operational resilience and platform standardization, * Strategic thinker with hands-on expertise * Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills * Ability to balance delivery, governance, and innovation in a fast-evolving enterprise landscape ## Description We are looking a seasoned Network and Infrastructure Architect with strong managerial capabilities to drive architectural evolution and lead technical excellence across our platforms. This role combines hands-on architecture (50%) with team leadership and governance responsibilities (50%), requiring both deep technical expertise and the ability to influence, guide, and deliver in a complex enterprise environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in defining high-level architectures (HLDs), advancing modernization initiatives, and ensuring alignment with regulatory, operational, and enterprise architecture standards. Architecture & Delivery * Design and deliver High-Level Architectures (HLDs) across network, compute, storage, or platform domains, ensuring alignment with business and non-functional requirements * Translate requirements into scalable, resilient, and secure solutions, validated through lab testing and proof-of-concepts * Lead end-to-end architecture activities, from requirements definition to production-ready designs Technology Leadership & Innovation * Drive cross-functional transformation initiatives focused on automation, simplification, resiliency, and cost efficiency * Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to enhance platform capabilities * Promote automation-first approaches, leveraging tools such as Ansible, Python, or equivalent Stakeholder & Governance Engagement * Work closely with internal stakeholders, external partners, and vendors to ensure alignment and effective delivery * Contribute to enterprise architecture governance, regulatory compliance, audit readiness, and risk management activities * Support and leverage EA frameworks and tooling (e.g., LeanIX, ITIL) People Leadership * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and architects * Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and accountability * Support delivery planning, prioritization, and team performance management ## Related Videos - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Dev & Test in the Cloud? 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