Principal Network Architect - WAN

Position Summary

NCR Voyix is seeking a highly experienced Principal Network Architect to lead the strategy, design, and modernization of our global network infrastructure. This critical architectural leadership role will be responsible for defining and governing enterprise network standards while driving key initiatives across WAN, cloud connectivity, data center transformation, and security integration.

As a Principal Network Architect, you will serve as the technical authority for network architecture, partnering closely with engineering teams to translate high-level designs into scalable, secure, and resilient solutions. You will play a vital role in ensuring the successful delivery of infrastructure modernization programs, including WAN transformation, data center interconnectivity, SD-WAN adoption, Cisco ACI deployments, and cloud networking initiatives.

This position is ideal for a visionary network leader who combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and a hands-on approach to designing and implementing enterprise-scale networking solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture & Strategy

• Define and maintain the strategic direction, governance, and architectural standards for NCR Voyix's enterprise network infrastructure.
• Design high-level network architectures that support business growth, operational excellence, and long-term technology roadmaps.
• Drive modernization initiatives across WAN, cloud networking, data centers, and security platforms.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve performance, scalability, resiliency, and operational efficiency.

WAN & Connectivity Architecture

• Architect and lead enterprise WAN solutions supporting global office, customer, and cloud connectivity.
• Develop network strategies leveraging Internet Service Providers (ISPs), BGP routing, SD-WAN, and hybrid cloud networking technologies.
• Optimize network transport services to improve reliability, security, and application performance.
• Lead efforts to modernize customer and enterprise connectivity across both on-premises and cloud environments.

Data Center & Cloud Networking

• Design and oversee data center networking solutions, including data center interconnects (DCI), routing, switching, and segmentation strategies.
• Lead Cisco ACI architecture, design, and implementation initiatives.
• Partner with infrastructure, cloud, and security teams on data center modernization projects.
• Design secure connectivity solutions between enterprise environments and cloud platforms including Azure and Google Cloud.

Solution Design & Implementation Leadership

• Develop high-level designs and architectural frameworks for major infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate closely with Network Engineers to ensure architectural designs are translated into detailed low-level designs and implementation plans.
• Provide oversight and technical leadership throughout deployment, validation, and operational transition phases.
• Support project teams during implementation and troubleshoot complex network issues when required.

Security & Compliance

• Integrate security principles into all network architecture designs.
• Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and regulatory requirements.
• Design secure network solutions utilizing firewalls, VPN technologies, segmentation, and threat prevention controls.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to strengthen the organization's security posture.

Performance Optimization & Reliability

• Establish architectural standards that promote network availability, resiliency, and performance.
• Analyze network trends and identify opportunities for capacity planning and infrastructure optimization.
• Ensure designs support business continuity, disaster recovery, and high-availability requirements.

Technical Leadership

• Serve as the senior technical advisor for enterprise networking initiatives.
• Mentor and guide network engineers and other technical team members.
• Lead architecture reviews and provide governance over network design decisions.
• Foster collaboration across infrastructure, cloud, security, and operations teams.

Vendor & Technology Management

• Evaluate network technologies, products, and service providers.
• Manage relationships with network carriers, ISPs, hardware vendors, and strategic partners.
• Influence technology selection decisions based on business requirements, scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in network architecture, engineering, and enterprise infrastructure design.
• Proven experience architecting and implementing enterprise WAN solutions in complex, multi-site environments.
• Deep expertise with BGP routing, ISP connectivity, WAN optimization, and enterprise transport networks.
• Strong experience designing data center networking environments and data center interconnect (DCI) solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies, including Cisco ACI.
• Expertise in network security architecture, including firewalls, VPNs, segmentation, and network access controls.
• Experience integrating enterprise networks with public cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud.
• Demonstrated ability to create high-level architecture designs and partner with engineering teams through implementation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence technical and business leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SD-WAN technologies and large-scale network transformation initiatives.
• Experience supporting hybrid cloud and multi-cloud networking environments.
• Industry certifications such as:
  • CCIE (Routing & Switching, Enterprise Infrastructure, or Data Center)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP)
  • CISSP
  • Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer
• Experience in large enterprise, retail, hospitality, fintech, or distributed infrastructure environments.

Why Join NCR Voyix?

As a Principal Network Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our enterprise connectivity and infrastructure strategy. You'll lead high-impact modernization initiatives, influence architectural decisions across the organization, and help build the network foundation that powers critical business services worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, mentor technical teams, and deliver transformative solutions that support NCR Voyix's continued growth and success.