Senior Network Architect - Intelligent Transportation Systems

Company Description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world."

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of the network infrastructure supporting large-scale Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Operation and Maintenance contracts. In this critical role, you will ensure the highest levels of availability across complex WAN and LAN environments, managing multi-vendor integrations to support the region's growing transportation infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• **Architecture & Design:** Lead the design and architecture of complex ITS and enterprise network solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and security across extensive road and tunnel networks.

• **SLA & Performance Management:** Conduct rigorous performance analysis and capacity planning to ensure optimal network performance, taking ownership of strict SLA frameworks and 99.999% availability targets for critical infrastructure.

• **System Integration:** Oversee the integration of multi-vendor network management systems (including Huawei e-Sight, NCE-T, and SolarWinds) with unified asset management and alerting platforms (such as IBM Maximo and Matter most).

• **Stakeholder Coordination:** Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including client representatives, subcontractors, and adjoining project teams (e.g., managing cross-contract interface boundaries and tunnel access switch responsibilities).

• **Documentation & Reporting:** Develop and maintain meticulous network topology diagrams, official technical reports, and baseline survey documentation in professional English.

• **Automation & Security:** Implement software-defined networking (SDN) and network automation solutions. Design and oversee robust network security measures, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.

• **Leadership & Continuity:** Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, manage vendor relationships, and maintain comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans.

Qualifications

What We Need From You

• **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or a related field.

• **Experience:** 8+ years of experience in network engineering and architecture, with a strong preference for backgrounds in large-scale ITS infrastructure and comprehensive O&M contracts.

• **Technical Mastery:** Expert knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, OSPF, BGP, MPLS) and extensive experience with WAN technologies and optimization techniques.

• **Platform Expertise:** Proven hands-on experience with NMS/EMS platforms (SolarWinds, Huawei ecosystem) and familiarity with cloud networking platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• **Security & Automation:** Demonstrated expertise in network security (firewall configuration, VPNs) and proficiency in SDN and automation tools.

• **Communication:** Strong English communication skills, with a proven ability to draft high-quality official correspondence, technical reports, and explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• **Project Management:** Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to lead complex implementation projects and resolve interface challenges between differing scopes of work.

• **Certifications:** Professional certifications such as CCIE, CCNP, or equivalent are highly desired. Familiarity with national transportation authority network compliance standards and best practices is a significant advantage.

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