Cloud Network Architect / Engineer - Leading Buy-side Firm - J12467

We are seeking an experienced Cloud & Hybrid Network Architect to design and deliver secure, high-performance network solutions across cloud and hybrid environments. You will own cloud-native and hybrid network architectures, ensure resilience and scalability, and drive automation and best practices across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement cloud network architectures on Azure, AWS, or GCP, including VNet/VPC design, routing, segmentation, and inter-region connectivity.
• Architect hybrid connectivity across cloud, colocation, exchanges, and offices using SD-WAN, Direct Connect / ExpressRoute / Cloud Interconnect, and secure VPNs.
• Ensure high availability, fault tolerance, and optimized performance for latency-sensitive workloads, with capacity planning and monitoring.
• Lead hands-on implementation using infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation) and promote network automation and standardization.
• Embed security-by-design, zero-trust, and least-privilege principles into network solutions, collaborating closely with cybersecurity teams.
• Support trading, quant, and application teams with secure, reliable connectivity to market data and external services.
• Own architecture standards, documentation, and technical guidance while mentoring engineers and influencing best practices.

Requirements:

• 8–12+ years in network engineering or architecture, with strong cloud/hybrid networking experience.
• Hands-on expertise with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, GCP), including VNet/VPC design, routing, private connectivity, load balancing, and firewalls.
• Strong foundation in routing, switching, redundancy, and multi-region architectures.
• Experience with network automation, IaC, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to convey complex designs to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Pragmatic, outcome-focused, and comfortable in fast-paced, high-change environments.

Preferred:

• Experience with latency-sensitive or trading workloads in cloud.
• Familiarity with service mesh, container networking, or private PaaS networking.
• Relevant certifications (Azure Network Engineer, AWS Advanced Networking, CCIE/JNCIE).

With well over a decade of a solid and enviable track record behind us, headquartered in Hong Kong, Pinpoint Asia Infotech Pte Ltd (EA License: 16C8291) is the go-to IT Search Firm for several top Investment Banks and Financial Institutions.

If you are interested in the above position, please send your CV to Charlie Kim @ [email protected] (EA Registration number: Reg No: R23112483)