Network Data Center Architect / Hybrid / Dallas

A large enterprise organization is seeking a Network Data Center Architect to design and evolve modern data center network architectures. This is a full time, direct hire role based in the United States. Assumption: hybrid onsite model in a major U.S. data center or technology hub. The environment includes Arista based fabrics, EVPN VXLAN architectures, private cloud platforms, and automation first networking.
This opportunity is ideal for a senior level architect who wants deep technical ownership without people management. The role is focused on long term architecture, standardization, and building scalable, repeatable network designs that support private cloud, hybrid connectivity, and high performance workloads. The organization is investing heavily in automation, observability, and next generation data center networking, giving this role strong influence and technical impact.
Required Skills & Experience
8 or more years of experience in data center networking or infrastructure engineering
Deep expertise in EVPN VXLAN based data center architectures
Strong hands on experience with Arista EOS and CloudVision
Experience designing large scale routed leaf spine fabrics
Proven experience with network automation and Infrastructure as Code
Strong understanding of BGP, routing at scale, and resiliency design
Desired Skills & Experience
Experience with Arista Validated Designs AVD
Exposure to private cloud or hybrid cloud networking
Experience supporting AI GPU or high performance computing workloads
Familiarity with Kubernetes or container based platforms
Experience with network telemetry and observability tools

What You Will Be Doing: You will own the architecture and design of modern data center network fabrics. This includes defining standards, building reference architectures, driving automation, and partnering with cloud, platform, and security teams to ensure scalable and resilient designs. You will act as a technical authority and advisor while remaining hands on with design and engineering.
Tech Breakdown
40% Data center network architecture and design
30% Automation and Infrastructure as Code
20% Arista fabric operations and standardization
10% Observability and performance optimization
Daily Responsibilities
60% Hands on architecture and technical design
25% Collaboration with platform, cloud, and security teams
15% Documentation, standards, and design reviews
The Offer
Competitive base salary
Bonus eligibility assumed
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Vacation Time
Retirement plan

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis now and in the future.