Network Architect

Role : Network Architect
Location : Alpharetta, GA ( hybrid - 3days a week onsite)
Role Overview
15+ Years

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Cloud Testing Engineer with deep expertise in IPv6 networking and hands-on experience across public cloud infrastructures (AWS, Azure, GCP). The ideal candidate will design and implement test strategies, develop lab testing frameworks, and validate IPv6 and dual-stack networking in cloud-native and enterprise environments. This role involves close collaboration with architecture teams and business units to ensure compliance with IPv6 readiness standards and optimize network security and performance.
Key Responsibilities
· Design and execute test strategies for IPv6 validation across multi-cloud and hybrid cloud infrastructures.
· Develop test automation frameworks using Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.
· Build and manage lab environments for hardware/software certification and PoCs.
· Validate network DMZ designs, certify underlying hardware/software features, and enhance network security posture.
· Perform data gathering and analytics for test results and prepare deployment templates.
· Troubleshoot complex hardware/software issues and provide solutions.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams (cloud, compute, security, telemetry, desktop engineering) and senior management.
· Provide escalation support to network operations for bug validation and vulnerability assessments.
Required Qualifications
· 10+ years of experience in LAN/WAN network design, engineering, and feature testing/certification.
· CCNP/CCIE certification or equivalent experience.
· Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP networking:
o AWS: VPC IPv6 addressing, Internet Gateway, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53
o Azure: VNet IPv6, Load Balancer, ExpressRoute, NSGs, Network Watcher
o GCP: Cloud Routers, IPv6 Access, NAT64, Interconnect, VPC Flow Logs
· 3+ years of IPv6 networking and validation experience.
· Strong knowledge of routing and switching (Cisco IOS-XE/XR/NXOS), TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP, MPLS VPNs, VXLAN, Multicast.
· Experience with DMVPN, IPSec, and encryption standards.
· Familiarity with Python network programming (preferred).
· Experience with job scheduling tools and Agile methodologies.
Desired Skills
· Certifications in AWS Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer, or GCP Cloud Network Engineer.
· Experience with network security hardening and best practices.
· Knowledge of test-driven development and CI/CD pipelines.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
The critical requirements for the Senior Network Cloud Testing Engineer role can be grouped into technical expertise, cloud networking knowledge, and soft skills:
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Top Technical Requirements (Must-Have)
1. IPv6 Networking Expertise
o Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience with IPv6 networking and validation.
o Deep understanding of dual-stack networking in cloud-native and enterprise environments.
o Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, MP-BGP, MPLS VPNs, VXLAN, Multicast.
2. Cloud Networking Skills
o Hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, and GCP networking:
§ AWS: VPC IPv6 addressing, Internet Gateway, Transit Gateway, Direct Connect, Route 53.
§ Azure: VNet IPv6, Load Balancer, ExpressRoute, NSGs, Network Watcher.
§ GCP: Cloud Routers, IPv6 Access, NAT64, Interconnect, VPC Flow Logs.
o 4+ years working with Cloud PaaS/IaaS environments.
3. Network Testing & Automation
o Experience building lab environments, performing PoCs, and certifying hardware/software.
o Ability to develop test automation frameworks using Terraform, Ansible, and CloudFormation.
o Familiarity with Python network programming (preferred).
4. Routing & Switching
o Strong hands-on experience with Cisco platforms (IOS-XE, XR, NXOS).