Senior Network Architect - Software-Defined Access (SDA) (m/f/d)

Senior Network Architect - Software-Defined Access (SDA) (f/m/d)

Location: Portugal

Do you want to help create the future of healthcare? Our name, Siemens Healthineers, was selected to honor our people who dedicate their energy and passion to this cause. It reflects their pioneering spirit combined with our long history of engineering in the ever-evolving healthcare industry. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow personally and professionally. Sound interesting?

Then come and join our global team as Senior Network Architect!

We seek an experienced Network Architect with a deep understanding of Software-Defined Access (SDA) technology to join our Siemens Healthineers IT infrastructure team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing, implementing, and optimizing complex enterprise network architectures focusing on modern SDN technologies.

Your tasks and responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust, scalable, and secure network infrastructures utilizing Cisco SDA and other SDN-based solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to implement policy-based automation and segmentation across the network.
• Provide strategic guidance on network transformation projects, including adoption of SDA, automation, and security architectures.
• Analyze network traffic and performance metrics and make proactive adjustments to improve system stability and reliability.
• Ensure network designs and configurations comply with industry best practices, security policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide regular status reports, project updates, and network health reports to senior management.
• Mentor and develop junior network engineers and administrators.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest networking trends and technologies, particularly those around SD-WAN, SDA, SDN, and automation.

Your qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of 5+ years in network architecture and design, focusing on enterprise-level networking solutions.
• Strong hands-on experience with Cisco SDA technology, including Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE), Cisco Catalyst switches, and Cisco Wireless LAN controllers.
• Deep knowledge of Software-Defined Networking (SDN), network automation, and network security.
• Proficient in network protocols, including BGP, OSPF, LISP, MPLS, VXLAN, and EVPN.
• Experience with network segmentation, micro-segmentation, and policy-driven networks.

• Experience with Cisco SDA, Cisco Meraki, VMware NSX, or other SD-WAN and SDN technologies.
• Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)  with a focus on enterprise networks or network design (preferably with a focus on SDA).
  Cisco DNA Center, SD-WAN, or SD-Access certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with cloud-based networking (e.g., AWS, Azure), hybrid networking solutions, and automation tools like Ansible, Python, or SaltStack for network management and orchestration.
• Knowledge of cloud-native networking and integration with hybrid cloud environments.

Your profile and skills:

• Your ability to lead discussions on relevant business topics in English is the basis for efficient and eye-level communication with colleagues and partners worldwide. The German language is an asset.
• You have excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
• You have strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders on the management level.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• You can identify risks, document them, and communicate along developed mitigation measures.
• You are located in Portugal

We offer:

• Exciting work in international corporation on contract of employment with benefit package (i.e. couple of extra vacation days, cafeteria system, medical care, employee pension scheme, life insurance program).
• You can work remotely/hybrid/in one of our local offices – note that we are looking for candidates already located in Poland.
• Necessary tools

If you are interested use the “Apply” button.

Our culture:

At Siemens Healthineers, we take into account different perspectives, are open to dialogue and challenge conventions. Change is an integral part of our work. We strive to be a leader of change in our industry, not just to respond to them. We invite you to take on new challenges with us, test your ideas and celebrate successes.

We highly value diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, so we warmly invite everyone, regardless of their gender identity, to apply for this position. We also encourage people with disabilities to apply.