Network Solution Architect

WHO WE AREMariner innovates always and everywhere, turning novel ideas into practical solutions. From products and services to venture creation, we build better futures powered by people. Our purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company for those who make an impact - elevating people, data, and technology in the best way to solve hard problems. We partner with people embracing change, leveraging data, cybersecurity, cloud, and change management to drive successful business outcomes that matter to our customers.Mariners build for change. Like SHIFT Energy, our energy management and decarbonization company. Or East Valley Ventures, created to scale social economic impact in our communities through investment and mentorship of emerging change-makers and their companies.Mariner’s purpose has always been to be a great, everlasting technology company and the core values that guide us every day are:OUR VALUESWe care for our team.We care about the impact we have on our community.We serve by solving complex problems.We grow because growth fuels opportunities.We innovate always and everywhere.We build a business that lasts.OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE: We are seeking an experienced Network Solution Architect to join our client's high-performing enterprise architecture and infrastructure team. This role is ideal for a senior networking professional who combines deep technical expertise with strategic thinking and has a proven track record of designing and delivering scalable, resilient, and secure enterprise network solutionsWHAT YOU’LL BE DOING IN THE ROLE: Design and deliver enterprise-scale network solutions across LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud, and security domains.Develop and maintain network architecture standards, roadmaps, and reference architectures.Lead network modernization, transformation, and infrastructure optimization initiatives.Design highly available and resilient network infrastructures, including disaster recovery solutions.Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations aligned with business objectives.Ensure network solutions meet security, compliance, and risk management requirements.Collaborate with enterprise architects, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to architects, designers, and engineering teams.Develop and maintain architecture documentation, network diagrams, and technical standards.Work closely with vendors and service providers to support strategic initiatives.WHAT SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS YOU’LL NEED TO DO THE JOB: 5+ years of experience in Network Architecture, Solution Architecture, or Infrastructure Design roles.Strong expertise in enterprise networking technologies and protocols, including:TCP/IPBGPMPLSQoSIPv4/IPv6OSPFVPN technologiesExperience designing enterprise LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking solutions.Strong understanding of network security principles, firewalls, segmentation, and secure connectivity.Experience with high-availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery architectures.Familiarity with network design, modeling, and documentation tools.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.One or more industry-recognized networking certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, JNCIS/JNCIP, Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE, or equivalent.Cloud networking certifications such as Microsoft Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Advanced Networking Specialty, or Google Professional Cloud Network Engineer are considered strong assets.Preferred QualificationsExperience with cloud networking in Azure, AWS, and/or GCP.Experience with SDN technologies, SASE, Zero Trust, and network modernization initiatives.Knowledge of network automation and Infrastructure-as-Code practices.Hands-on experience with Python, Ansible, Terraform, or Bicep.Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments.TOGAF certification is considered an asset.Experience supporting large-scale enterprise network transformation programs.…AND YOU ARE... Always improving your skills and knowledge: you want to be the best at what you do Curious and creative; comfortable taking on new problems and challenges A self-starter with the ability to recommend priorities to the project leader Comfortable working through problems and figuring things out with minimal supervision Great problem-solving skills: thorough and reliable Able to work in a team: share knowledge and assist other team members A good communicator: able to explain your ideas and recommendationsWell organized and dependable under pressure: you manage your time effectivelyEnergized by our company values! MARINER OFFERS YOU: A values-driven workplace where people really matter Hybrid/ Remote work environment.Competitive salary, retirement savings program, and rewards program Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans and access to e-health care Paid vacation, maternity/parental leave, paid sick leave and paid Mariner MyLife days Unlimited training WHY MARINER?We believe in making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work! Not only are we passionate about nurturing a thriving technology sector here in Atlantic Canada, but we are also committed to solving technology challenges that will make an impact worldwide. Technology is everlasting, and we take pride in connecting world class talent to world class projects and business solutions.If you are an IT Professional, Software Professional, or Management Consultant, that is passionate about career development, data, and problem solving, we want to hear from you! If this sounds like someone you know, share this with them so they do not miss the opportunity to experience Mariner!To achieve this, we know we need to be all in on training and development of our team so we can continue to move the needle in the technology sector together. Of course, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to our team, but our competitive edge is the development and training that our team experiences every day.Be part of our vibrant community that values diversity and embraces inclusion at every level. We are committed to fostering a culture where individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Our collaborative environment celebrates the richness of ideas and experiences, and we believe that by embracing diversity, we can achieve greater innovation and excellence together. Come and help us create a workplace that reflects the beautiful tapestry of our global community.Join our growing team!