Lead IT Architect

Responsibilities

• Subject Matter Expert for deploying and operating Data Center and Network infrastructure based on standardized architecture.
• Design, build, and operate modern data networks, including transformation of legacy environments using Software Defined Networking (SDN), Network Function Virtualization (NFV), automation, and orchestration.
• Design and deploy cloud network infrastructure across Azure, AWS, and GCP, including core networking components such as VNets/VPCs, subnets, routing, and peering.
• Implement and manage secure hybrid connectivity solutions (e.g., Azure ExpressRoute, AWS Direct Connect, Google Cloud Interconnect).
• Collaborate closely with factory and operational technology teams to understand end to end workflows and define standard network architectures.
• Proactively monitor and manage network and server infrastructure to ensure high availability and minimize business disruptions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years total IT Infrastructure experience on Data center Network and Cloud infrastructure design and implementation.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience in configuring DataCenter Switching and Routing Networks and cloud Networking.
• Prior experience designing and managing hybrid and multi cloud connectivity across Azure, AWS, GCP, and on prem data centers.
• Proficiency in connectivity solutions (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect, Interconnect, VPNs) for seamless integration.
• Prior experience maintaining governance, standards, and documentation for consistent network design.
• Proficiency in programming, scripting, developing code on Unix using API's, python or equivalent.
• Prior experience leading network operations and troubleshooting for hybrid and multi cloud environments and driving automation and standardization using Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Strong knowledge in supporting the operations and maintenance of the VMware virtual infrastructure, including, but not limited to, vCenter Server Appliance, vRealize Operations Manager (vROps), vRealize.

About the Role

The Lead IT Architect within the Connectivity team is a key role in the development, delivery implementation and operational support of Network services at designated branch site. You will report directly to our Senior IT Supervisor and you’ll work out of our Charlotte NC or Atlanta GA locations on a Hybrid work schedule.