SD-WAN Network Architect (Remote) - Systems Integrator
- Up to £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)
- Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
- Permanent
- 80000
- Telecoms
- IP Networking & Transmission
Ready to architect high-performance SD-WAN solutions that keep enterprises connected and secure?
Join a leading managed IT services provider delivering transformative cloud, network, and cybersecurity solutions to organisations across the UK. The company empowers digital resilience and agility through innovative, customer-focused technology services.
The team is seeking an SD-WAN Network Architect (Remote) to design, implement, and optimise scalable SD-WAN infrastructures. The role involves translating complex business requirements into robust network architectures, leading technical design reviews, and ensuring seamless integration across multi-vendor environments.
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Responsibilities:
- Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for SD-WAN solutions
- Oversee end-to-end SD-WAN implementation, ensuring design integrity and best practice
- Act as a technical design authority, reviewing and validating solution proposals
- Work closely with delivery and operations teams to ensure seamless handover and optimisation
- Provide consultancy on SD-WAN architecture, integration, and scaling
- Collaborate with sales and project management teams to scope and shape client solutions
Requirements:
- Proven experience designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions (Fortinet and/or Meraki)
- Strong understanding of routing, WAN, and security fundamentals
- Experience producing HLDs, LLDs, and architectural documentation
- Background working within an MSP or enterprise network environment
- Ability to guide technical delivery teams through rollout and transition phases
- Fortinet NSE7 SD-WAN certification is a plus, but not essential
- Confident communicator – able to articulate complex solutions clearly
Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Training and certification support
- Exposure to major SD-WAN transformation projects
Salary:
- Up to £80,000 per annum (depending on experience)