Network Architect - Basingstoke

Job Title: Network Architect (12-Month Contract)

Rate: £600pd (Inside IR35)

Location: Basingstoke (5 days on-site with occasional UK travel)

Clearance: SC Required prior to starting

We are seeking an experienced Network Architect for a 12-month contract role based in Basingstoke. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong technical skills, combined with a passion for creating innovative network solutions. If you are a team player with a desire to work at the forefront of technology, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a Network Architect, you will work closely with our solution architects, delivery executives, and customers to produce high-level design documentation and deliver solutions that meet complex business requirements. This role requires someone with a background in pre-sales and bid environments, who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Delivery Executives, Solution Owners, and Customers to produce design documentation for a variety of complex bids and changes.
• Develop innovative network solutions aligned with customer requirements using technologies from leading vendors.
• Take ownership of high-level solutions and designs that meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Collaborate with multiple teams, including Sales, Bid Managers, and Technical Architects, to support bids and projects.
• Assist in producing estimates (BOMs, licensing, and effort) based on the chosen methodologies.
• Provide input into reports and presentations for customers and key stakeholders as required.

Essential Skills:

• Proven experience creating innovative network solutions that meet customer requirements.
• Experience working directly with customers to derive and refine requirements.
• Experience delivering high-level solutions and designs in line with customer expectations.
• Strong understanding of a variety of network and routing protocols.
• Prior experience working on medium to large-scale bids and complex changes.
• Demonstrable experience working across multiple teams in a bid environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Due to the nature of the work, SC Clearance will be required prior to work starting, therefore candidates should hold current, valid SC OR be willing and eligible to undertake clearance as a minimum requirement.

In Return:

Contract Length: 12 months

Rate: £600pd (Inside of IR35)

Location: Basingstoke (on-site) with some travel to other UK sites as required

Start Date: ASAP

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