We are looking for a Lead Core & Edge Network Architect to design and deliver end-to-end Core & Edge networking solutions for a large-scale international sports event.
Key Responsibilities:
End‑to‑End Solution Design:
- Lead the architecture and detailed design of Core & Edge networking solutions tailored to the unique requirements of international sports event, including venues design and deployment, broadcast networks, and operational zones.
Implementation Leadership:
- Oversee and actively support deployment activities—from hardware roll‑out and configuration to integration with security and monitoring systems.
Operational Excellence:
- Provide expert guidance and hands‑on support to operations teams to maintain network stability, performance, and security during Games‑time operations.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Coordinate closely with venue managers, engineering teams, service providers, and Games operations leadership to align designs and deployments with event timelines and evolving requirements.
Issue Resolution:
- Act on complex network incidents, ensuring rapid diagnosis and resolution to protect critical event services.
Documentation & Handover:
- Produce and maintain comprehensive documentation, including network diagrams, implementation guides, and operational runbooks to support seamless handover to operations.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities to optimize designs and processes, drawing from lessons learned in previous large‑scale event networks.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years in enterprise networking consulting or solution delivery, ideally for large‑scale or high‑availability environments (e.g., sports events, broadcast, or public venues).
- Proven experience designing and implementing Core & Edge networks, SD‑WAN, LAN/WLAN, and security solutions.
- Strong knowledge of network monitoring, incident management, and operational support processes.
- Ability to lead and coordinate multi-vendor and cross‑functional teams in time‑critical projects.
- Excellent communication skills to interface effectively with technical teams and senior event stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting international events (sports, entertainment, or similar).
- Certifications in relevant technologies (e.g., Cisco CCIE, Juniper JNCIE).
- Familiarity with Olympic Games technology delivery models and operational constraints.
Technical Competencies:
- Deep understanding of Core & Edge network architecture, WiFi concepts, and security integration.
- Proficiency with network monitoring and management tools.
- Ability to create and interpret network diagrams, documentation, and operational playbooks.