At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the design of a next-gen IP transport network using SRv6 technology.
- Company: Join a leading Tier 1 telecommunications provider with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive pay, and the chance to shape future technologies.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by transforming national networks and driving automation.
- Qualifications: Extensive experience in large-scale IP transport networks and strategic architecture.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
Overview
@mecscomms is recruiting for an experienced contract Principal Network / SRv6 Architect to lead the design and evolution of a next-generation carrier-grade IP transport network for a leading Tier 1 telecommunications provider. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future architecture of a national network, defining the transition from legacy MPLS technologies to a highly automated SRv6-based transport platform supporting fixed, mobile, enterprise, cloud and data centre services. Working alongside architecture, engineering, operations and technology partners, you'll own the strategic network architecture, establish technical standards and produce the architectural blueprints that will underpin a major transformation programme.
Purpose
Design the future-state architecture for a large-scale IP transport network built around Segment Routing over IPv6 (SRv6), delivering a scalable, resilient and automation-first platform capable of supporting the next generation of telecommunications services. Lead the architectural direction of the programme, producing the HLD designs, migration strategy and technical governance required to successfully transform a national carrier network.
Core Activity
- Design next-generation SRv6 transport networks.
- Define carrier IP architecture and technical standards.
- Define network automation architecture.
- Provide technical leadership across architecture and engineering teams.
- Review designs and ensure architectural governance.
- Shape long-term transport network strategy.
Responsibilities
- Own the end-to-end architecture for a carrier-grade IP transport network supporting fixed, mobile, enterprise and cloud services.
- Develop the migration strategy for transitioning from legacy MPLS technologies to SRv6 with minimal operational risk.
- Define underlay network requirements to support future overlay services and transport capabilities.
- Champion automation-first principles and modern network engineering best practice.
Deliverables
- Private IP Architecture
- SRv6 Target Architecture
- Skeleton High Level Design (HLD)
- Cisco NSO / Cisco Crosswork Assessment
- Underlay Requirements Specification
- Northbound Integration Blueprint
- Release 1 Technical Scope
- Delivery & Migration Roadmap
- Migration Strategy
Working Environment
- Hybrid Working
- Tier 1 Service Provider
- Carrier-Grade Transport Networks
- Large-Scale Network Transformation
- Multi-Vendor Environment
- Cross-Functional Architecture Teams
- Agile Delivery
- Automation-First Engineering
- Enterprise IP Networking
Candidate Profile
Candidates must possess extensive experience designing and governing large-scale IP transport networks within a Tier 1 telecommunications environment. You'll have a proven track record of defining strategic network architectures, leading complex transformation programmes and producing the technical deliverables required to successfully migrate carrier networks from MPLS to SRv6. You'll be recognised as a senior technical authority, capable of influencing stakeholders, leading architectural decisions and delivering scalable network designs that will support future service growth.
Essential
- Tier 1 Service Provider experience
- Commercial SRv6 architecture
- Segment Routing
- IPv6
- MPLS / SR-MPLS
- Carrier IP Transport Networks
- High Level Design (HLD)
- Migration Strategy
- Architecture Governance
- BGP / IS-IS
- Technical Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
Desirable
- Cisco NSO
- Cisco Crosswork Network Controller
- EVPN / VXLAN
- Python
- Ansible
- NETCONF
- REST APIs
- YANG / OpenConfig
- OSS/BSS Integration
- TM Forum APIs
- Network Telemetry
- Kubernetes
- TOGAF
- CCIE Service Provider
- JNCIE-SP
Key Traits
- Strategic Thinker
- Technical Leader
- Influential Communicator
- Commercially Aware
- Collaborative
- Analytical
- Delivery Focused
- Pragmatic
- Innovative
- Passionate About Network Architecture
Principal Network Architect (Permanent) in Newbury employer: MECS Communications Ltd
At MECS Communications, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic hybrid working environment in Berkshire that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our focus on cutting-edge technologies like SRv6 and network automation, providing opportunities for professional development while shaping the future of telecommunications. Join us to be part of a transformative journey with a Tier 1 service provider, where your expertise will directly influence the architecture of a national network.
