Software Developer 2 - 25-34667

Job Title : Software Developer 2 (Network Architecture Focus)

Location : Austin, TX

Duration : 8 Months

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Software Developer / Network Architect to support enterprise modernization and cloud transformation initiatives. This role focuses on designing and implementing secure, scalable, and resilient hybrid network architectures , integrating on-premises infrastructure with cloud environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience analyzing business and technical requirements, evaluating system feasibility, and delivering robust network solutions that align with organizational standards and long-term growth strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze business objectives, user requirements, and existing systems to recommend technical solutions

Perform feasibility studies, cost / benefit analysis, and impact assessments for system enhancements

Design and implement hybrid and multi-cloud network architectures , integrating on-premises data centers with cloud services

Develop secure, high-performance network designs that meet compliance, governance, and availability requirements

Collaborate with cloud, security, and infrastructure teams to support system migrations and optimization efforts

Establish and maintain network governance standards, best practices, and architectural documentation

Ensure proper routing, segmentation, firewall policies, and security controls are implemented

Support high availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies for mission-critical systems

Evaluate system capabilities, constraints, and scheduling limitations for proposed changes

Required Skills & Qualifications

8+ years of experience in network architecture across cloud and on-premises environments

Strong expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), network segmentation, and firewall technologies

Hands-on experience with hybrid connectivity solutions such as VPNs, Direct Connect, and Transit Gateways

In-depth knowledge of network security principles , including encryption, identity management, and compliance frameworks

Proven experience designing high-availability, load balancing, and failover architectures

Experience with network automation tools such as Terraform or Ansible

Familiarity with CI / CD integration for infrastructure and network deployments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multi-cloud networking (e.g., Azure, GCP) and cloud-native networking services

Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and advanced security models

Exposure to SD-WAN technologies and network observability tools (NetFlow, CloudWatch, Prometheus)

Understanding of cloud network cost optimization strategies

Relevant certifications such as :

AWS Advanced Networking – Specialty

Cisco CCNP / CCIE

Azure Network Engineer Associate