Network Architect

Job title: Network Architect

Location: Sofia Bulgaria

Overview of the role:

Flutter Technology is seeking a Cloud Network Architect to lead the definition and governance of our global cloud network architecture. This role is critical in ensuring our multi-region AWS network designs are secure scalable reliable and operable enabling Flutters divisions and brands to deliver at pace.

As a Cloud Network Architect you will own the architectural direction for Flutters Global Network and hybrid connectivity patterns setting standards and reference designs for routing segmentation ingress/egress inspection and IP address management. You will work closely with Engineering and Architecture peers to validate implementation feasibility and ensure designs can be delivered and operated at scale.

You will engage with senior stakeholders security and platform teams to align network architecture initiatives to business objectives and regulatory requirements. You must be effective at articulating architectural decisions and trade-offs promoting cloud networking best practices and applying methodologies required to reduce risk and achieve desired outcomes in a complex multi-divisional environment.

The right candidate will have extensive experience designing enterprise AWS cloud network architectures modernising hybrid connectivity and defining secure network patterns using cloud-native services with a passion for transforming infrastructure through automation and platform thinking.

This role follows a hybrid approach to working allowing you to combine working from home with working in our modern offices. These discussions are between you and your manager to find the best pattern for you both while recognising that quality time together is essential for keeping us mission-aligned.

Our teams work from a lively location nestled within this historic city. Enjoy the best of both worlds with winter and summer offices tantalizing free snacks and a gaming paradise for endless entertainment.

What youll do:

Responsibilities:

Network Architecture & Design:

• Define and maintain Flutters network architecture standards patterns and reference designs for AWS and hybrid networking.

• Own and evolve the architectural roadmap for the Global Network aligned to platform strategy and business objectives

• Produce review and assure High-Level Designs (HLDs) and collaborate with engineering teams in defining Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for Flutter Group network and cloud implementations

• Support the onboarding of products and services through comprehensive Platform Integration Designs (PIDs) including the migration and integration of existing products and services to the target solution ensuring seamless transitions with minimal business disruption

Architecture Collaboration & Technical Leadership:

• Work closely with Engineers and architects to steer design decisions providing critical input on operational considerations constraints and implementation approach

• Act as a trusted subject matter expert for cloud networking and network security architecture across Flutter Technology

• Lead and contribute to proof-of-concept initiatives evaluating new technologies and architectural approaches to improve scalability resilience and operational capability

Network Security & Compliance:

• Define secure ingress/egress patterns east-west inspection and segmentation models supporting production and non-production environments

• Ensure alignment with security frameworks regulatory requirements and industry standards across all network architectures

• Oversee secure network integration and connectivity with other Flutter divisions and external third parties ensuring controlled compliant access patterns

Operational Excellence:

• Embed operability into designs through standards runbooks and service ownership models enabling effective day-2 operations

• Promote Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation-first delivery approaches in partnership with engineering teams

• Support robust disaster recovery strategies risk management and major incident response by ensuring resilient architectural patterns

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing:

• Facilitate the development and communication of Flutter Group standards for network design development and deployment

• Enable and support engineering teams with adoption of cloud networking services through guidance training and design clinics

• Liaise with AWS vendors and partners on networking solutions integrations and architectural alignment

• Write and maintain comprehensive architecture documentation reference designs and decision records

What youll bring:

Competencies:

• Building Support: We establish close relationships with our stakeholders underpinned by trust integrity and respect. We can build awareness understanding and positive momentum behind the group technology strategy often without being able to assert authority.

• Objective: We are impartial and unbiased ensuring equal treatment for all and that decisions are based on objective criteria.

• Collaborative: We work effectively and in partnership with our stakeholders on shared goals that align towards the achievement of the group strategy. We foster a collaborative environment and assume the role of leader when required.

• Adaptable: We understand and appreciate different and opposing perspectives on an issue and can adapt our approach to achieve a successful outcome.

• Strategic Thinking: We think about the big picture and use that perspective to support our divisions to achieve competitive advantage through greater agility faster time to market and a better customer experience.

• Strategic Communication: We are proactive and considered in our approach to stakeholder communications. We actively listen provide constructive feedback and help others to consider new perspectives.

Experience:

• Extensive experience designing and governing enterprise-scale network architecture within highly available AWS environments

• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale cloud network architecture and transformation programmes including multi-region deployments

• Deep expertise with AWS networking services including but not limited to: AWS Cloud WAN Transit Gateway VPC design Direct Connect VPN Route 53 VPC Endpoints / PrivateLink NAT Gateway Internet Gateway (IGW) VPC Peering AWS Outpost and load balancing services (ALB NLB GWLB)

• Proven experience with network security architecture and implementation including firewall policy development (AWS Network Firewall Palo Alto) IDS/IPS management (Suricata) segmentation models AWS Shield and security controls (Security Groups Network ACLs)

• Mastery with Infrastructure as Code methodologies using CDK for Terraform (CDKTF) TypeScript Terraform and CloudFormation at scale

• Strong experience with source control management (Git GitHub) and CI/CD pipeline integration for network automation

• Expert-level understanding of networking protocols: TCP/IP BGP OSPF VLANs routing switching and IP addressing

• Extensive experience with IP addressing and IPAM strategies including RFC1918 RFC6598 and complex allocation schemes

• Delivering and operating systems in stringent security-compliant environments with strong service management practices

• Network monitoring logging and observability tools including AWS CloudWatch Grafana or similar

• Producing comprehensive clear and actionable architecture documentation and operational guides

• Passion for mentoring coaching and growing engineering talent across multi-disciplinary teams

• Working in an agile environment with cross-functional teams

• Understanding of key ITSM processes including Incident Change Problem and Risk Management with demonstrated ability to work within established service management frameworks to ensure operational excellence and continuous improvement

• Bonus points for previous software engineering experience (Python TypeScript Go) container networking (EKS ECS) wireless infrastructure (Cisco Aruba) AWS certifications or experience in highly regulated industries

Its ok if you dont think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can contribute in some areas and are eager to learn we encourage you to apply.

Why choose us:

Aside from a generous base salary we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.

• Discretionary annual bonus

• 30 days paid leave

• Health and Dental Insurance for you your partner and your children (if you all live at the same address)

• Personal life insurance and disability coverage

• Wellbeing fund

• Continuous learning support for certifications and career growth

• 550 EUR gift for newborn family member

• 26 weeks Maternity leave at 100% pay and 4 week secondary (Paternity) also at 100% pay no eligibility period applies

• A sports card membership valid across the country

• Discounts as a compliment form us among different services

• Monthly food vouchers

Equal opportunities:

At Flutter we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity respecting all our uniqueness and differences.

We welcome you to let us know whether you have any accessibility needs. All you need to do is email us at . Your journey with us is focused on ensuring you have what you need to be your best self.

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Flutter Functions is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family a global leader in sports betting iGaming and entertainment. Were not just another company; were listed on both the prestigious FTSE 100 index on the London Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). What sets us apart is our world class brands cutting-edge products and our International division includes our operations in over 100 global markets and offers sports betting casino poker rummy and lottery mainly online. What truly defines us is our commitment to ensuring that the excitement of gaming and entertainment is experienced in a responsible and sustainable way. Our remarkable team of over 8000 colleagues drives this vision spread across 28 offices worldwide.