Network Architect

Position Overview

MetroSys is seeking a Network Architect to support a large-scale, multi-phase network transformation program involving thousands of site migrations. This role is responsible for architecture oversight, technical leadership, and real-time decision-making during high-volume cutover activities.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in enterprise networking, SD-WAN, and large-scale rollout programs, and thrives in fast-paced environments with frequent migration events and cross-team coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority across the migration program, ensuring alignment with design standards and best practices
• Lead and participate in bridge calls during migration events, providing real-time guidance and issue resolution
• Oversee architecture and integration of:
  • Aruba Central (switching, wireless, UXI, orchestration)
  • Cisco SD-WAN (vManage, ISR 8200 series)
• Support migration strategy and execution planning for high-volume site deployments
• Provide technical leadership across day and night shift operations
• Assist in managing 33+ site cutovers per week, scaling to large rollout phases (100s–1000s of sites)
• Act as escalation point for complex network, routing, and deployment issues
• Guide engineers and regional leads during:
  • Network turn-ups
  • Migration activities
  • Decommissioning processes
• Address challenges related to limited discovery and low-voltage dependencies
• Collaborate with client stakeholders and partners to ensure successful program delivery

Required Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in network architecture or senior engineering roles
• Strong expertise in:
  • SD-WAN (Cisco vManage, ISR platforms)
  • Campus and branch networking (routing, switching, wireless)
  • Large-scale migration or rollout programs
• Experience with Aruba Central or similar cloud-managed networking platforms
• Proven ability to lead high-volume, multi-site deployment programs
• Strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills in live production environments
• Experience working in client-facing or consulting roles

What Success Looks Like

• Smooth execution of high-volume site migrations with minimal disruption
• Effective leadership during bridge calls and escalation scenarios
• Consistent adherence to architecture standards across all deployments
• Successful scaling from initial rollout phases to thousands of sites