Senior Technical Architect - Network Platform
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
SenioritySenior
Experience10+ yrs
DepartmentInfrastructure Architecture
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedJan 16, 2026 · 9mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture roles
Strong hands-on and design experience with Cisco networking technologies
Deep understanding of LAN, WAN, DC, and enterprise routing & switching
Working knowledge of network security concepts including firewalls, VPN, ZTNA, STN
Proven experience in network architecture documentation (HLD, LLD)
Experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical environments
Strong stakeholder communication and technical leadership skills
Experience working in banking or financial services environments
Exposure to regulatory-driven or high-availability infrastructure platforms
Architecture or networking certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent)
Skills
Cisco networking technologies
firewalls
VPN
ZTNA
STN
About the role
We are seeking a Senior Technical Architect – Network Platform to lead the design, scaling, improvement, and enhancement of enterprise network infrastructure. This role focuses primarily on core networking architecture, with a secondary emphasis on network security, aligned to a 70% Network / 30% Security responsibility split. The position is part of the Infrastructure Architecture function and supports large-scale, business-critical platforms.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the architecture, design, and enhancement of enterprise network platforms.
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Drive network scalability, performance optimization, and resilience initiatives.
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Create and maintain High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation.
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Provide architectural guidance for LAN, WAN, DC, and cloud-connected networks.
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Collaborate with infrastructure, operations, and security teams to ensure secure and stable network design.
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Review existing network architectures and recommend improvements and modernization strategies.
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Support implementation teams with design validation and technical direction.
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Ensure solutions comply with enterprise standards, governance, and best practices.
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Participate in architecture reviews and technical decision-making forums.
Required Skills & Experience
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10+ years of experience in enterprise network engineering and architecture roles.
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Strong hands-on and design experience with Cisco networking technologies.
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Deep understanding of LAN, WAN, DC, and enterprise routing & switching.
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Working knowledge of network security concepts including:
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Firewalls
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VPN
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ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access)
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STN (Secure Trust Network)
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Proven experience in network architecture documentation (HLD, LLD).
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Experience supporting large-scale, mission-critical environments.
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Strong stakeholder communication and technical leadership skills.
Security Exposure
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Ability to collaborate with security teams on secure network design.
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Understanding of perimeter and internal security controls.
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Experience integrating security considerations into network architecture (not a pure security role).
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in banking or financial services environments.
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Exposure to regulatory-driven or high-availability infrastructure platforms.
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Architecture or networking certifications (CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) are an advantage.