Overview

As a global market leader, iPipeline combines technology, innovation, and expertise to deliver ground-breaking, award-winning software solutions that transform the life insurance, financial services, and protection industries. With one of the industry's largest data sets, we help advisors/advisers and agents to transform paper and manual operations into a secure, seamless digital experience - from proposal to commission- so they can help better secure the financial futures of their clients.

At iPipeline, you'll play a major role in helping us to provide best-in-class, transformative solutions. We're passionate, creative, and innovative, and together as a team, we continually strive to advance, accelerate, and expand the reach of our technology. We value different perspectives and are committed to creating an environment that embraces diverse backgrounds and fosters inclusion.

We're proud that we've been recognized as a repeat winner of various industry awards, demonstrating our excellence and highlighting us as a top workplace in both the US and the UK. We believe that the culture we've built for our nearly 900 employees around the word is exceptional - and we've created a place where our employees love to come to work, every single day.

Come join our team!

About iPipeline

Founded in 1995, iPipeline operates as a business unit of Roper Technologies (Nasdaq: ROP), a constituent of the Nasdaq 100, S&P 500®, and Fortune 1000® indices. iPipeline is a leading global provider of comprehensive and integrated digital solutions for the life insurance and financial services industries in North America, and life insurance and pensions industries in the UK. We couple one of the most expansive digital and automated platforms with one of the industry's largest data libraries to accelerate, automate, and simplify various applications, processes, and workflows - from quote to commission - with seamless integration. Our vision is to help everyone achieve lasting financial security by delivering innovative solutions that connect, simplify, and transform the industry.

iPipeline is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religious creed, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, and/or protected veteran status. We are committed to building a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees.

This is an office-based position.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Network Architect with expertise in both on-premises and cloud networking, particularly with AWS. The ideal candidate will design, implement, and optimize our network infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration between on-prem and cloud environments. This role requires a deep understanding of networking principles, cloud services, and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Network Design & Architecture:
• Design scalable and secure network architectures for on-prem and cloud environments.
• Develop detailed architecture diagrams and documentation for network solutions.
• AWS Networking Expertise:
• Implement and manage AWS networking services such as VPC, Direct Connect, Route 53, and Transit Gateway.
• Optimize cloud network performance and security by utilizing AWS best practices.
• Integration & Migration:
• Lead the integration of on-prem networks with AWS, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Support cloud migration initiatives, providing network assessments and strategy recommendations.
• Performance Monitoring & Troubleshooting:
• Monitor network performance and conduct regular assessments to identify areas for improvement.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues in both on-prem and cloud environments promptly.
• Security & Compliance:
• Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Collaborate with security teams to assess vulnerabilities and mitigate risks.
• Collaboration & Communication:
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into network solutions.
• Provide technical guidance and support to IT staff and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in network architecture, with a focus on both on-prem and cloud environments.
  • Strong hands-on experience with AWS networking services.
• Certifications:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or similar AWS certification preferred.
  • Relevant networking certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent) are a plus.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.) and technologies (firewalls, VPNs, load balancers).
  • Proficiency with automation and orchestration tools for network management (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Soft Skills:
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.