Network Automation Architecture

Extensive experience in software architecture design and development

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python as mandatory one
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and best practices
• Expertise in designing scalable and secure software solutions
• Experience with REST and/or RESTFul API architecture and integration design
• Experience with software-defined networking (SDN) and network automation frameworks
• Familiarity with cloud computing and virtualization technologies. Knowledge of microservices architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Additional Skills

• Experience with other coding languages, e.g., Ansible (playbooks, YAML, Jinja2 templates), Java, C++
• Understanding of data modeling and database design principles
• Familiarity with Git development practices and Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban approaches) and, in general, with DevOps practices and tools for CI/CD
• AI interest and experience
• Network domains knowledge as Firewall, LAN, WAN, Load Balancers, Proxy etc.

Activities/Responsibilities

• Support discovery/analysis activities related to new workflows based on other products requirements and work with the customers structuring their use cases
• Design and coordinate the development activities, understanding the eventual dependencies and architectural decisions to be taken
• Support the backlog definition and prioritization (e.g., Sprint planning)
• Lead the design and development of software solutions that align with strategic goals
• Lead architecture/design discussions with the team, but also with internal customers and end users
• Lead/Contribute to discussions and/or requirements with vendors/communities to ensure adopted technologies and standards are updated and following best practices
• Lead/Contribute to technical coordination/planning of the underlying infrastructure (Kubernetes/Docker/Cloud environment) and the already developed code and integration operation and maintenance
• Develop and maintain software architecture documentation and standards
• Be available/willing to coach junior colleagues and collaborate with/support Squad members. Promote continuous improvement within the software development chapter