MetroSys is seeking a Network Architect to support a large-scale, multi-phase network transformation program involving thousands of site migrations. This role is responsible for architecture oversight, technical leadership, and real-time decision-making during high-volume cutover activities.
The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in enterprise networking, SD-WAN, and large-scale rollout programs, and thrives in fast-paced environments with frequent migration events and cross-team coordination.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as the technical authority across the migration program, ensuring alignment with design standards and best practices
- Lead and participate in bridge calls during migration events, providing real-time guidance and issue resolution
- Oversee architecture and integration of:
- Aruba Central (switching, wireless, UXI, orchestration)
- Cisco SD-WAN (vManage, ISR 8200 series)
- Support migration strategy and execution planning for high-volume site deployments
- Provide technical leadership across day and night shift operations
- Assist in managing 33+ site cutovers per week, scaling to large rollout phases (100s–1000s of sites)
- Act as escalation point for complex network, routing, and deployment issues
- Guide engineers and regional leads during:
- Network turn-ups
- Migration activities
- Decommissioning processes
- Address challenges related to limited discovery and low-voltage dependencies
- Collaborate with client stakeholders and partners to ensure successful program delivery
- 8–12+ years of experience in network architecture or senior engineering roles
- Strong expertise in:
- SD-WAN (Cisco vManage, ISR platforms)
- Campus and branch networking (routing, switching, wireless)
- Large-scale migration or rollout programs
- Experience with Aruba Central or similar cloud-managed networking platforms
- Proven ability to lead high-volume, multi-site deployment programs
- Strong troubleshooting and decision-making skills in live production environments
- Experience working in client-facing or consulting roles
- Smooth execution of high-volume site migrations with minimal disruption
- Effective leadership during bridge calls and escalation scenarios
- Consistent adherence to architecture standards across all deployments
- Successful scaling from initial rollout phases to thousands of sites
Skills Required
- 8-12+ years experience in network architecture or senior engineering roles
- Expertise in SD-WAN (Cisco vManage, ISR platforms)
- Campus and branch networking: routing, switching, wireless
- Experience with Aruba Central or similar cloud-managed networking platforms
- Proven ability to lead high-volume, multi-site deployment programs
- Strong troubleshooting and decision-making in live production environments
- Experience working in client-facing or consulting roles
- Ability to lead and participate in bridge calls and escalation scenarios during migrations
- Experience with Aruba Central components: switching, wireless, UXI, orchestration
- Familiarity with Cisco ISR 8200 series
- Experience scaling rollouts to hundreds or thousands of sites
- Ability to provide technical leadership across day and night shift operations
What We Do
MetroSys is a I.T. Professional Services company based in sunny San Diego, CA. Established in 2006, MetroSys has technical talent supporting the Americas. Our Mission Statement; To simplify our customers’ business solutions while having fun with what we do. Our creative geniuses have been pioneering data solutions for our valued customers and partners in the following areas: Data Mobility: Enterprise Storage, Cloud Migrations, Systems Integration & Installation: Storage, Networking, Virtualization, Database, Messaging Flexible Workforce: Recruiting, Staffing, Direct Placement Assessment Services: Storage, Networking, Performance, Periodic, Get Healthy ingenuity. Agility. Speed. These are key ingredients to our success. Navigating the world of I.T. Professional Services can pose many challenges. We help customers, channel partners, resellers & manufacturers deliver! Our team of highly experienced professionals can help bridge any gap for your I.T. requirements. Whether assistance with pre-sales or post-sales services, recruiting, or assisting with the launch of emerging technologies, We CAN Help! Great people. Great Company. MetroSys has carefully crafted its team of highly skilled talent by not only hiring industry experts, but by selecting people that share our view on company culture. Our core values include teamwork, integrity, accountability, & embracing diversity. Our customer first approach builds strong relationships as a trusted advisor and technology partner. Our team integrates with your business and maximizes efficiency. Simply put, we make it easy.
