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Urgent! Enterprise Core Network Architect Job Opening In Abu Dhabi – Now Hiring VDart Software Services Pvt. Ltd.

Enterprise Core Network Architect



Job description

Network Architect - Abu Dhabi, UAE


Key Responsibilities


Architecture & Design

  • Develop the enterprise network architecture strategy and roadmap, aligned with business and digital transformation goals.

  • Design core, distribution, and access layer architectures for high availability, performance, and scalability.

  • Define standards and patterns for LAN / WAN, SD-WAN, MPLS, routing, switching, and network segmentation.

  • Architect data center and campus networks, integrating with hybrid-cloud and edge environments.

  • Ensure redundant, resilient, and disaster-ready network designs across global regions.

Technology Leadership

  • Lead the transition to software-defined networking (SDN) and intent-based networking solutions.

  • Define and implement Zero Trust network architecture (ZTNA) principles and micro-segmentation strategies.

  • Drive network automation and orchestration initiatives using tools like Ansible, Terraform, or Cisco DNA Center.

  • Evaluate emerging technologies (SASE, 5G edge, NaaS) and guide adoption where business value exists.

  • Collaborate with cloud and security architects to ensure seamless hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity.

Operations & Governance

  • Establish network design standards, governance frameworks, and operational playbooks.

  • Partner with security teams to integrate network monitoring, identity-aware access, and threat detection.

  • Lead capacity planning, performance tuning, and lifecycle management of the enterprise network.

  • Manage relationships with major network vendors (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Fortinet, etc.) and service providers.

  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to network engineering and operations teams.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 12 18 years of experience in enterprise network architecture and engineering.

  • Strong expertise in routing and switching technologies (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, MPLS, VXLAN, EVPN).

  • Proven experience with SDN / SD-WAN architectures (Cisco SD-WAN, VMware VeloCloud, Aruba, etc.).

  • In-depth understanding of data center networking (Cisco ACI, Nexus, Arista, etc.) and campus LAN architectures.

  • Hands‑on knowledge of network security and segmentation - firewalls, NAC, IPS / IDS, and VPN technologies.

  • Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid connectivity models.

  • Expertise in network automation and orchestration frameworks.

  • Strong understanding of network observability, telemetry, and performance analytics tools.

  • Excellent communication skills - able to translate complex technical concepts into business language.

Preferred / Nice to Have

  • CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent expert‑level certification.

  • TOGAF or other enterprise architecture frameworks experience.

  • Knowledge of SASE, NaaS, and Edge computing architectures.

  • Exposure to AI‑driven network operations (AIOps) and predictive analytics.

  • Experience leading large network transformation or consolidation programs in global enterprises.


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