Lead Network and Cloud Architect

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Summary:

McKesson is looking for a Sr. Network and Cloud Architect with a combined total of 10+ years of experience, specializing in Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform Architecture and technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of innovative and scalable solutions using Microsoft Azure Architecture and Technologies.
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders, including development teams, project managers, and business units, to define technical requirements and project objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance and technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to best practices and architectural principles.
• Conduct comprehensive technical evaluations of existing systems, identify areas for improvement, and propose effective solutions.
• Architect and implement third-party integrations to enhance system functionality and interoperability.
• Design and implement data strategies to optimize application performance and responsiveness.
• Develop database optimization techniques, including indexing, query optimization, and performance tuning, to improve system efficiency and reliability.
• Serve as the technical SME and point of escalation for troubleshooting network and cloud infrastructure issues.
• Assess new technologies and best practices for adoption.
• Drive standardization, documentation, and automation into all aspects of network/cloud platforms.

Minimum Requirement :Degree or equivalent and typically requires 10+ years of relevant experience. Less years required if has relevant Master’s or Doctorate qualifications.

Critical Skills:

Solution Architecture:

• 10+ years in network routing/switching and Azure.
• 7+ years in cloud integration and application modernization.
• Proficient in Azure services like VMs, Virtual Networks, and Azure Security.

Azure and Cloud Technologies:

• 7+ years with Azure migrations, security, Terraform, and disaster recovery.
• Expertise in Azure ADF, Data Bricks, Alkira and Data Lake.

Networking:

• 10+ years in network architecture, including Cisco devices and routing protocols.
  Expertise with Cisco Routers (ISRs and ASRs), Cisco 7Ks and 9Ks, Cisco Campus LAN routing and switching, Cisco Data Center routing and switching.
• Expertise in routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), MPLS/BGP, SDN/NFV, EVPN, and VXLAN.
• Hands-on and strong technical expertise in implementing and troubleshooting network infrastructures at scale.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies (Fortinet, Viptela).

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Candidate must be authorized to work in the U.S, now or in the future, without the support from McKesson.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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