Solution Engineer

**Senior Network Solution Engineer**Maximize your impact as an ArchitectWe help others to understand why we do what we do. It’s up to us to make the difference - the more our value is understood and used, the more we get involved in early stages of the system lifecycle to deliver greater value. We develop architectures that impact the enterprise, technology domains and services, enabling AstraZeneca to be a digital business.**ABOUT ASTRAZENECA**AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.**ABOUT THE TEAM**We are a collective of technical experts, bringing deep specialism and forward thinking to resolve complex ideas. We understand the data, managing and exploring it to ensure that patients and employees get genuine benefits from our Technology ecosystem. Here we put technology to good use. Working together seamlessly to find the best way to bring the most value for the businessThis is a place to move fast and create a huge footprint through continuous learning and growing.**ABOUT THE ROLE**The Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) team is accountable for all Infrastructure, Security, IT Operations and all End User Services and technologies. This group will ensure that our IT Services are seamless and secure, and that technology is delivered in an efficient, effective, and agile way, with a solid focus on experience. It’s a dynamic and challenging environment to work in - but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or transforming the roles and work of colleagues, forever. This is your chance to be part of a team that has the backing to innovate, disrupt an industry and change lives.Global Networks are part of Enterprise Technology Service (ETS) and manage Cloud and On-premises IT Infrastructure specifically covering Cloud connectivity, LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and Network Security Services. This role will be part of a fast-paced, energetic, and hard-working team at the heart of the AstraZeneca, our Senior Network Solution Engineer will create Network Architecture, Solution Design, Engineering, Implementation and Support of Cloud, Networking and Security solutions technologies globally.This involves influencing and establishing strong working relationships with internal partners in multiple geographies and external collaborators, overseeing the solution, analysis, design, development, engineering, testing and implementation of solutions. The role will also drive recommendations on enhancements, monitoring and controlling the performance of solutions and ongoing support and maintenance to deployed solutions.**TYPICAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**- Lead on Network Architecture, Solution Design and Engineering of Network Services globally- Contribute to the definition and execution against the roadmap of our network strategy, ensuring they are current and meet the needs of the business- Govern the upgrades and compatibility of Network Solutions and Engineering to ensure seamless upgrades to the business and new functionality and capabilities are introduced effectively.- Lead improvements to Processes and Ways of Working that benefit the wider organization- Responsible for driving continuous improvement and high-quality documentation for Solution Engineering Designs and Cloud/Network implementation technical plans to deliver successful business outcomes.- Collaborate with ETS Operations globally and be a point of contact for any critical issues- Contribute to the technical roadmap of the Engineering team- Lead on and contribute to the Global Network Strategy- Oversight of the lifecycle of all technical changes, with the main objective to enable beneficial changes to be made with minimum disruption to IT services- Identifying and leading opportunities for Operating Model improvements to our People, Organization, Technology, and Information- Must have in depth knowledge of network technology with recognised industry experience and/or expert level accreditations (CCIE / TOGAF or equivalent)- This role is working with the Solution Engineering Associate Director**ENTERPRISE LAN/WAN**- Expert design knowledge of IP based networking architecture- Experience of leading the design and implementing complex of complex changes- Experience of network build standard configuration based on industry best practice- Routing and Switching services based on Cisco ASR1K, ISR4K routers and Nexus 9K, Catalyst 9600/9500/9300 and Ruckus ICX switches- Demonstrate an expert understanding of networking protocols including TCP/IP and Ethernet protocols- Experience of designing and implementing Software Defin