Telecoms Network Architect

About the Role

Our client seeks an innovative Telecoms Network Architect to lead the strategic design and evolution of their advanced network infrastructure in Belfast . This senior position requires a visionary thinker capable of translating business needs into scalable, resilient, and cost-effective network solutions. You will be responsible for defining architectural standards, evaluating new technologies, and guiding the implementation of complex network systems across the telecoms landscape . This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the company's technological direction and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the strategic network architecture roadmap for telecommunications services.
• Design scalable, high-availability network solutions leveraging current and emerging technologies.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, platforms, and tools to enhance network capabilities.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering and operations teams.
• Collaborate with business units to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Conduct proof-of-concept initiatives and technology assessments.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in network architecture and design within the telecoms sector .
• Deep knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols, security, and wireless technologies.
• Experience with cloud networking, SDN, NFV, and virtualization concepts.
• Proven ability to architect complex, large-scale network solutions.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Relevant advanced certifications (e.g., CCIE, TOGAF) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art telecom technologies .
• Significant professional development and learning opportunities.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.
• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance.