Data Center Fabric Architect

We are looking for an experienced network architect to contribute to the design and standardization of the Nokia's Data Center Fabric solutions. In this role, you will create reusable and standard architectures. If you are passionate about IP networking and AI infrastructure, this is an opportunity to help shape the next generation of data center networks.

You will join a global engineering team working on Nokia's Data Center Fabric solutions. The team focuses on architecture, design standardization, delivery readiness, and reusable engineering practices. In this role, you will work with colleagues around the world to define common design approaches, reusable assets, transformation methods, migration patterns, and best practices. You will also have a consulting role with Nokia's customers and partners.

You will develop, standardize, and continuously improve Data Center Fabric solution architectures.

• Contribute to architecture standardization activities, including common design principles, reusable patterns, and reference architectures.
• Develop and maintain standardized design documentation, including High-Level Design (HLD), Low-Level Design (LLD), test plans, templates, and reusable delivery assets.
• Industrialize engineering practices by creating reusable methods, automation-friendly artifacts, and standardized implementation guidance.
• Work in close coordination with Product Line Management, pre-sales, delivery, and engineering teams to align technical solutions with standardized architecture and delivery models.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, continuously improving your skills and knowledge to remain at the forefront of IP networking and cloud integration.
• Advise customers and partners on Nokia architecture principles and design best to ensure consistency, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Must-have:

• 5+ years of experience in IP routing and networking, including BGP & EVPN/VXLAN.
• A solid understanding of Data Center Fabric architecture and perspectives on industry trends and technologies.
• Experience developing and implementing complex network architectures.
• Experience delivering consulting and professional services in customer-facing roles.
• Ability to translate recurring field requirements and deployment patterns into standardized, scalable, and repeatable solution frameworks.
• Proficiency in designing and documenting HLD/LLD and executing test plans.
• Familiarity with network automation, NetOps/DevOps methodologies, and tools. Knowledge and practical use of AI tools to improve engineering productivity, support design standardization, and accelerate documentation, analysis, and automation activities.

Nice-to-have:

• Hands-on experience with Nokia SR Linux and Event-Driven Automation (EDA).
• Working knowledge of competitor router platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, or Arista.
• Proficiency in cloud technologies like Kubernetes, OpenShift, VMware, AWS or GCP.

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