Network Architect Specialist
Apply for the Network Architect Specialist role within BT Group.
Recruiter: Krystle James
Hiring Manager: Chris Munro-Crump
Career Grade: D
Internal Closing Date: 30/10/25
Senior Level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Information Technology
Industry
Telecommunications
Location
London or Ipswich (UK) – onsite, 5 days per week, 37.5 hours per week. Ability to obtain DV clearance and have lived in the UK for 10+ years is required.
Why This Job Matters
As a member of our network engineering team you’ll play a leading role in a growing team responsible for designing and implementing world‑class customer‑focused network solutions, from bespoke to large enterprise deployments. The role offers the chance to work directly with end customers, understand their requirements and lead the design of solutions that protect society and improve lives.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead the creation of high and low level network designs for complex IP networks.
- Hands‑on implementation of these solutions using vendor products such as Cisco.
- Work directly with customers to understand their requirements and inform your solutions.
- Collaborate with support teams to enable management and ongoing support of deployed solutions.
- Provide third line support to deployed solutions.
- Provide support to other project team members, setting the technical direction for their deliveries.
Essential Skills
- Network Architecture
- Requirements Gathering
- Network Security
- Network Design
- Network Infrastructure
Required Experience
- Experience designing, building and providing third‑line support for complex IP networks that are secure, scalable, resilient and high performing.
- Ability to set technical direction for complex, potentially large network solutions, creating both high and low level designs.
- Knowledge of network design for security, including firewalls, IDS and IPS.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex technical concepts to technical and non‑technical audiences.
- Desire to continually update, enhance and validate own skills.
Additional Desired Experience
- Experience with enterprise and operator‑scale routing design (OSPF, IS‑IS, BGP, LDP or RSVP).
- Experience in automation and Software‑Defined Networking (e.g., Cisco DNAC, Ansible); not mandatory but supported.
- Experience managing internal and external stakeholder engagement.
- Certification in a network engineering discipline such as CISCO CCNP Routing and Switching (desirable, but practical experience with vendors like Cisco is more important).
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- 10% on target bonus (depending on country)
- BT Pension scheme – minimum 5% employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
- 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays), increasing with service
- Flexible perks (cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan, etc.)
- World‑class training and development opportunities
- Equal family leave (from January 2025): 18 weeks full pay, 8 weeks half pay, 26 weeks statutory rate (applicable to all parents)
- Enhanced women’s health support (menopause, cancer screenings, period care, etc.)
- 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
- 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
- Option to join BT Shares Saving Schemes
- Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
- Access to 100+ retail discounts including the BT shop
Diversity and Inclusion
Studies show that women, disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse and ethnic minority candidates are less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement. We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you are excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align, please apply – you may be the right candidate for this or other roles within our wider team.
Additional Information
Both full‑time and flexible arrangements (job share, reduced hours, flexible working) are welcome. Reasonable adjustments for the selection process can be offered. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing by 2x.
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