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Senior Network Architect - Rail / Infrastructure Architecture
Posted 1 day ago by Morson Edge
Senior Network Architect - £700 per day - Outside IR35- Remote with occasional on site requirement - 6 months initial co...
- Rate £700 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Ford Bank, Manchester (M20), M20 1AA
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Enterprise Architect - NSX network implementation - Solution Designer
Posted 4 days ago by eTeam Workforce Limited
Role DescriptionProduce a LLD for the NSX-T Network implementation for the client's new dual-site VMware VCF Private Clo...
- Rate £626 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location London & Milton Keynes - based on needs, 30% onsite and 70% remote
Enterprise Architect (Autonomous Network Operations)
Posted 1 week ago by ITHR Group plc
What you’ll be doingLeading the architectural vision for intent-driven, closed-loop automation across RAN, Transport and...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location London Area, United Kingdom
Sr. L4 Network Engineer/Architect*
Posted 1 week ago by Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC
DescriptionSr. Network Engineer / ArchitectJoin a team supporting one of the largest and most complex enterprise network...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location Remote or Los Angeles, California
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About Our Network Architect Contract Roles
What does a network architect contractor do?
Network Architect contractors are engaged to design, plan, and govern the network infrastructure that connects an organisation's systems, users, and data, ensuring that network design supports the performance, security, resilience, and scalability requirements of the business. The work involves designing LAN, WAN, and data centre network architectures, evaluating and specifying network technologies and vendor solutions, developing network standards and governance frameworks, reviewing and approving network changes within large technology programmes, and providing expert guidance on network strategy during cloud migration and digital transformation projects. Network Architects are brought in when an organisation is undergoing a significant network redesign, migrating to SD-WAN or cloud-first network models, or when an enterprise architecture programme requires senior network expertise.
The technical skills expected of Network Architect contractors are deep and broad across the network domain. Expert-level knowledge of routing and switching protocols including BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP, alongside deep understanding of network security principles including firewall architecture, microsegmentation, and zero-trust network access design, is expected. Experience designing SD-WAN solutions, typically from vendors including Cisco, Fortinet, or VMware, is standard across the market as organisations migrate from legacy MPLS-based WAN architectures. Cloud networking expertise, including the design of hub-and-spoke and transit VPC architectures on AWS, Azure, or GCP, is increasingly expected as network architecture converges with cloud infrastructure. Relevant certifications including CCIE, JNCIE, or equivalent vendor-neutral credentials carry significant weight in the network architecture contractor market.
What is the market like for network architect contractors?
The Network Architect contract market is a specialist and well-paying market within the broader infrastructure and networking contractor space. Demand is driven primarily by large-scale network modernisation programmes, SD-WAN migrations, and the complex network design requirements of hybrid cloud environments. Financial services, healthcare, retail, and the public sector are among the most active buyers of Network Architect contract resource, reflecting the scale and complexity of their network estates. The convergence of network and security in the zero-trust architecture model is creating demand for Network Architects who combine traditional network design expertise with deep security knowledge. Rates are at the upper end of the infrastructure contracting market, reflecting the seniority and breadth of expertise required.
How much do network architect contractors usually earn?
Contract rates for network architect roles typically range from £600 to £1000 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many network architect vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 network architect contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to July 2026.