SENIOR NETWORK ARCHITECT - SOFTWARE-DEFINED ACCESS (SDA)

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.
., 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.
What do we offer.
Variable and Christmas bonus Hybrid type of work – combination of telework and work from office Flexible Working Hours Bridge days – free extra paid leave 6 days per year  3 sick days per year (no doctor’s permit needed) In case of sickness 100% salary reimbursement 20 days/ year, this includes max.
10 days/ year for of family care Additional pension plan 300 EUR for regeneration of work force via cafeteria system Wellbeing program – Psychological, Legal and Financial Councelling Family care program (subsidy for newborns, maternity leave, kindergardens, summer camps) Retention program (work anniversary, life anniversary, employee loans) Training and development program (business and product trainings, e-learning, language courses, soft skills trainings,…) Adjustable standing desk as a standard Participation on world famous IT conferences like Microsoft IGNITE for best employees Wide project portfolio in healthcare domain and job rotation within company (Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare IT services, …) Basic wage component (gross) and other rewards.
starting from EUR brutto /month + VAR* *We are required by law to disclose basic wage component (minimum salary) for the advertised positions.
We carefully consider your professional qualifications and experience in our compensation package and/or when offering you other positions.
Our goal is to pay our employee's fairly, with regard to the market situation and we are ready to welcome high-quality candidates in our team.
How we work.
When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas.
We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose.
to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare.
For everyone.
Everywhere.
Sustainably.
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iemens-healthineers.
om/sk As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.