B2B Platform Architects / Senior Network Architects (Cisco/Nokia/Versa SD-WAN)

Summary

Location

Birmingham, Leeds, London, Manchester, Peterborough, Reading

Job Family

Digital & Technology

Job Type

Full Time

Posted Date

02-Oct-2025

Ref #

69527

We have two new roles for B2B Platform Architects to join our B2B Service & Platform Engineering team. These roles are to own one of the Platforms Business CPE or Layer 2 Networks.

You will be tasked;

• To own various B2B platforms end-to-end, from design, to life cycle to vendor management.
• Implement an engineering approach to deliver end-to-end integrated project solutions across multiple technical products.
• Provide engineering direction and uniformity across projects including methodology, processes, standards, documentation etc.
  
  
  

This role would be well suited for a Network Architect, Principal Engineer or Solutions Architect with a Service Provider ISP background coupled with technical skills across Cisco, Nokia and Versa SD-WAN.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Assist the Manager with the day to day running of the B2B Platforms Architecture Team.
• Provide good communication across projects, work streams and departments.
• Management of a well-co-ordinated test process for new developments.
• Provide projects Integration and Issues status reporting.
• Own projects integration issues through to resolution.
• Improve the quality of projects by consistently enforcing the B2B Platform Architecture & Engineering processes.
• Design, maintain and provide governance of a concise set of processes and tools in liaison with other internal and external supplier groups and customers.
• Develop, define, and analyse complex plans, schedules, reports and providing options and recommendations as
  
  
  

Who we are

The UK’s fastest broadband network. The nation’s best-loved mobile brand. And, one of the UK's biggest companies too.

Diverse, high performing teams - jam packed with serious talent. Together, we offer the UK more choice and better value, through our boundary-pushing, customer-championing values and ambitions.

Together, we are Virgin Media O2, and we can't wait to see what you can do.

Accessible, inclusive and equitable for all

Virgin Media O2 is an equal opportunities employer and we're working hard to remove bias and barriers for our people and candidates. So, we build equity and inclusion into everything we do, from the policies we craft to the relationships we shape. We support and encourage you to be your authentic self throughout your application journey with us.

The must haves

• Proven Leadership experience
• Cisco CCIE-SP / Nokia SRA or equivalent commercial experience
• Strong knowledge with Versa SDWAN hardware/software
• Demonstrable employment in an engineering/operational/integration or test management role with either a Service Provider, Telecoms Equipment Supplier/Vendor or in a Technology Consultancy.
• A strong technical knowledge of project and operational requirements within a ISP service provider environment.
• A demonstrable knowledge of IP Networking, physical networks and their topologies and strong understanding in overlay services.
  
  
  

The other stuff we are looking for

• Strong knowledge with Cisco Meraki hardware/software.
• Strong knowledge in XGS PON and DOCSIS.
• Skilled at managing relationships with others through building rapport and influence.
• Ability to prepare and present formal presentations to Senior Management on technical solutions or issues.
• Good knowledge in Agile working.
  
  
  

What's in it for you

Our goal is to celebrate our people, their lives and everything in-between. We aim to create a culture that empowers everyone to bring the best versions of themselves to work each and every day. We believe the most inclusive and diverse culture makes for a better business and a brighter world.

Working at Virgin Media O2, you get a bumper reward package bursting with benefits, and loads of extras you can add if you’d like to. These are designed to support both you and your loved ones, making sure that you’re covered no matter what life throws your way.

Next steps

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you as a person and your experience to date. Once you've submitted an application the next steps of the process, if successful, are likely to include a technical and competency interview.

When you apply, you'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert, therefore we may bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. If you’re offered a job with us, it will be conditional, based on the passing of background checks. All roles require a criminal record check and some roles need a financial probity check. Your recruiter can provide you with more information if needed.

Thanks for your patience and for showing an interest in joining the Virgin Media O2 family.