Job Description
Job Title:  Enterprise Architect - Network & Connectivity
City:  Edmonton
State/Province:  Alberta
Posting Start Date:  6/5/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world. For additional information, visit us at www.wipro.com.
Job Description: 

Job Description

As an Enterprise Architect, you will lead the strategy, design, and transformation of modern enterprise connectivity by leveraging Software-Defined Networking (SDN), automation, and cloud integration to support large-scale global operations.

You will collaborate closely with engineering, cybersecurity, cloud, and operations teams to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient connectivity across campuses, data centers, airports, and edge environments.

This role focuses on driving enterprise network modernization, simplifying complex architectures, and enabling connectivity as a strategic business capability that supports long-term growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Strategy

  • Define and drive the enterprise network architecture roadmap aligned with business and digital transformation goals
  • Lead design of SDN-based campus and data center architectures
  • Develop scalable and secure connectivity frameworks for hybrid/multi-cloud environments
  • Simplify legacy network architectures through modernization initiatives

Design & Implementation

  • Architect and oversee deployment of:
    • SD-Access fabrics (campus)
    • VXLAN EVPN-based data center fabrics
    • Enterprise routing and segmentation designs
  • Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance across network environments

Security & Segmentation

  • Design and implement zero trust principles, network segmentation, and policy-based access
  • Integrate network architecture with security controls (FW, NAC, SOC tools)
  • Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards and frameworks

Automation & Observability

  • Drive network automation strategy using controllers and orchestration tools
  • Enable network observability through telemetry, analytics, and assurance platforms
  • Improve operational efficiency via policy-driven automation

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Work with:
    • Engineering teams for design execution
    • Security teams for compliance and risk mitigation
    • Cloud teams for hybrid connectivity
    • Operations teams for transition and support models
  • Act as a trusted advisor to business and IT stakeholders

Governance & Transformation

  • Lead enterprise transformation programs related to network modernization
  • Define standards, best practices, and architectural governance
  • Provide technical leadership in cross-functional initiatives

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Technology Stack / Scope

  • Cisco SD-Access – Fabric design, VXLAN overlays, policy enforcement
  • Catalyst Center (DNA Center) – Automation, provisioning, assurance
  • NDFC (Nexus Dashboard Fabric Controller) – VXLAN EVPN data center fabrics
  • Cisco ISE – AAA, posture assessment, endpoint profiling
  • FortiManager – Centralized firewall policy management
  • FortiAnalyzer – Logging, reporting, and security analytics
  • FortiGate Firewalls – IPS/IDS, VPNs, routing, multi-VDOM
  • BGP Routing – eBGP/iBGP across enterprise & DC environments

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Expertise

  • Strong experience in:
    • Enterprise network architecture & design
    • Software-defined networking (SDN)
    • Data center networking (VXLAN, EVPN)
  • Deep knowledge of:
    • Routing protocols (BGP)
    • Network segmentation & security frameworks
    • Firewall and NAC technologies

Platform Expertise

  • Hands-on experience with:
    • Cisco SD-Access and Catalyst Center
    • Nexus Data Center fabrics (NDFC)
    • Cisco ISE
    • Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer)

Additional Skills

  • Network automation (Python, APIs, or similar – preferred)
  • Understanding of cloud networking (AWS/Azure integration)
  • Exposure to DevOps / CI-CD practices in networking

Experience Requirements

  • Typically 10+ years of experience in enterprise networking
  • Proven experience in:
    • Designing large-scale enterprise networks
    • Leading SDN transformation programs
    • Working in multi-vendor environments

Behavioral & Leadership Skills

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Proven leadership in driving cross-functional initiatives
  • Strategic mindset with focus on innovation and simplification

Preferred Certifications

  • Cisco (CCNP / CCIE Enterprise or Data Center)
  • Fortinet NSE certifications
  • Cloud certifications (AWS / Azure – preferred)

Why This Role Matters

This role plays a critical part in transforming enterprise connectivity into a strategic enabler by:

  • Driving digital transformation initiatives
  • Enhancing security and resilience
  • Enabling scalable and future-ready network architecture
Mandatory Skills: Network Architecting .

 

Experience: 8-10 Years .

 

Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.

 

Wipro is committed to creating an accessible, supportive, and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to all applicants including persons with disabilities, throughout the recruitment and selection process. Accommodations must be communicated in advance of the application, where possible, and will be reviewed on an individual basis. Wipro provides equal opportunities to all and values diversity.

 
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