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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Director, Solution Architecture - Hyperscale Network & OSP - **Company:** Switch, Inc. - **Location:** United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Wavelength-Division Multiplexing, Data Centers, Ethernet, Virtual Private LAN Services, Network Topologies, Multi-protocol Systems, Network Architecture, Network Diagrams, Network Planning and Design, Peering, Cloud Services, Visual Systems, Wide Area Networks, AI Infrastructure, Network Switches, Google Cloud, Bluebeam, Multi-Cloud, Information Technology - **Published:** June 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=64d3d1c145cd22df ## About the Role Do you have experience in Presentation skills?, * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience * 10-15+ years of experience in network architecture, solution architecture, or sales engineering * Experience supporting hyperscale environments, Tier 1 carriers, or large infrastructure providers * Experience designing and delivering solutions for hyperscale customers such as AWS, Google, Microsoft, Meta, or similar organizations * Experience presenting complex technical solutions to executive and senior technical audiences * Strong understanding of network infrastructure, optical transport, and fiber systems, Fiber & OSP Engineering * Deep expertise in: + Outside plant (OSP) design and construction + Route diversity and resiliency engineering + Failure domain modeling + Long-haul, metro, and campus fiber networks * Experience with GIS-based design and spatial analysis Network & Optical Systems * Experience with: + DWDM platforms + Optical transport systems + High-capacity wavelength services (100G, 400G, 800G+) + MPLS, VPLS, EVPN, and SD-WAN architectures + Carrier Ethernet services and MEF standards Cloud & NaaS * Experience designing: + Direct cloud connectivity solutions + Multi-cloud architectures + Hybrid network environments * Familiarity with Network-as-a-Service platforms and consumption models Technical Tools * Advanced proficiency with: + Bluebeam + GIS platforms + Network design tools + Capacity planning platforms Additional Requirements * Ability to travel approximately 25% for customer engagements, design reviews, and site assessments * Ability to evaluate technical, operational, and financial tradeoffs when making architecture decisions, * A Culture of Karma - We are self-motivated by karma, ensuring our actions contribute to a positive, supportive and forward-thinking environment. ## Description As Senior Director, Solution Architecture, you will lead the design and delivery of hyperscale network and fiber infrastructure solutions for some of the world's largest cloud, AI, and technology companies. This role combines deep expertise in outside plant (OSP) engineering, optical transport, and network architecture with the ability to serve as a strategic advisor to executive and technical stakeholders. You will partner directly with hyperscale customers to design infrastructure that meets demanding requirements for scale, resiliency, latency, and cost efficiency. Your work will influence long-term network strategy, cloud connectivity, fiber infrastructure, and emerging Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) capabilities. What You'll Do Customer-Facing Architecture Leadership * Serve as the primary technical advisor for hyperscale and strategic customers * Engage directly with executive and senior technical stakeholders to define long-term infrastructure strategies * Translate business, capacity, and operational requirements into scalable solution architectures * Guide customer decisions regarding network topology, fiber strategy, resiliency, and service delivery models * Support strategic planning initiatives involving cloud connectivity, AI infrastructure, and digital transformation OSP & Fiber Infrastructure Design * Lead the design of complex OSP infrastructure, including: + Long-haul fiber networks + Metro fiber networks + Campus fiber systems + Data center interconnect architectures * Design route diversity strategies, failure domain isolation models, and resiliency frameworks * Evaluate build-versus-lease approaches including: + Dark fiber + IRUs + Lit transport services * Partner with construction, engineering, and provider teams on feasibility analysis, permitting, and cost evaluation Network & Transport Architecture * Design and validate large-scale network architectures including: + Optical transport systems + DWDM platforms + High-capacity wavelength services + IP backbone infrastructure + Peering and global transit architectures + MPLS, VPLS, EVPN, and SD-WAN solutions * Design multi-region and multi-cloud connectivity frameworks including: + AWS Direct Connect + Azure ExpressRoute + Google Cloud Interconnect * Support development and integration of Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) offerings Solution Development & Technical Execution * Produce architecture deliverables including: + Detailed design documentation + Bills of materials + Network diagrams + Geospatial infrastructure drawings * Utilize Bluebeam, GIS platforms, and network planning tools to validate designs * Lead architecture reviews and enforce engineering standards * Support RFPs, RFIs, customer proposals, and complex solution development activities Cross-Functional Leadership * Partner with Engineering, Construction, Operations, and Product teams to ensure successful delivery * Collaborate with carriers, fiber providers, and ecosystem partners * Drive alignment across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities * Support strategic initiatives involving network expansion, cloud services, and hyperscale deployments What We're Looking For * You build trust with both executive leaders and technical teams * You simplify complex infrastructure challenges into practical solutions * You maintain deep technical expertise while focusing on customer outcomes * You navigate ambiguity and make informed decisions with confidence * You balance technical, operational, and financial considerations when evaluating solutions * You lead through influence and expertise across cross-functional organizations * You are customer-focused and committed to delivering scalable, reliable infrastructure solutions ## Related Videos - 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