Company Description“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.18,000 trained professionals350 locations worldwide across 60 countriesFortune 500Globally unified systemsJob DescriptionThe Data Centers Network Architect is responsible for the design and health of Expeditors' network. As a member of Data Centers, the Network Architect will design and support Expeditors global and local networks and connections that are critical to the support of Expeditors branch infrastructure and global operations. The Network Architect leads the evolution of the Expeditors network, which spans more than 250 locations around the globe. Be a collaborative member of a highly motivated and agile teamRepresent networking in architecture leadership discussionsDesign 99.999% global networkInteract with people more than systemsStay abreast of new technologies, concepts, and approachesProvide technical leadership by coaching and mentoring network engineering staffDevelop and maintain industry standard best security practicesDevelop and deliver professional proposals and design documentationDrive standardization and automation into all aspects of the network platformThis position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA. area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.Downtown SeattleFederal WayLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExcellent communication and presentation skillsExcellent customer service skillsExcellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skillsAbility to translate business requirements into functional requirements for network designPrior experience in the development and/or enhancement of large-scale enterprise WANPrior experience in designing a global network with multiple data centersPrior experience in the development and deployment of SDWANPrior experience with the design and implementation of wireless networksExtensive knowledge of Cisco routing & switchingStrong knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, OSPF, in a multi-site networkKeen attention to detailDESIRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience with Big-IP LTM/GTM deployments and configurationsExperience with Windows and UNIX operating systemsExperience with public and private cloud design and implementationExperience with third party vendor managementExperience with implementation of network segmentation, including concepts such as zero trustCCIE and CCDE certifications or equivalentApplicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity. Additional InformationExpected base salary: $165,000 to $240,000Expeditors offers excellent benefits:Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days) Holidays (10)Flexible Days (2)Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday Business professional dress codeAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.