Senior Network Automation Engineer

Job Description

About the Role: Join our innovative team as a Network Automation Engineer , where you'll design and implement automation solutions that enhance the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of our hybrid network infrastructure. If you're passionate about network automation and eager to drive transformation, this is the ideal opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop network automation solutions using Python, Netmiko, Paramiko, Nornir, and RESTful APIs. Automate network device configurations and operations, integrating with tools like Ansible, Terraform, SolarWinds, and ServiceNow. Manage and automate WAN/LAN routing and switching (IOS XE, SD-WAN, Campus/Data Center Switching) and routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, DMVPN, GRE, IPSEC). Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Ansible and Terraform across on-prem and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Automate deployment and management of network resources in hybrid cloud setups. Integrate automation with monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds) for enhanced network visibility. Automate tasks using Infoblox DDI for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM. Collaborate with network engineers to identify automation opportunities and gather requirements. Maintain comprehensive documentation for automation scripts and processes. Troubleshoot and resolve automation-related issues. Automate ServiceNow processes and integrate it with other network tools. Contribute to continuous improvement and stay current with trends in network automation and AI. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Networking, or related field (or equivalent experience). Expert-level proficiency in Python. Strong understanding of routing, switching, and data center technologies (VXLAN, BGP, OSPF). Hands-on experience with Netmiko, Paramiko, Nornir, and RESTful APIs. Proficiency in Ansible and Terraform. Experience in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP). Knowledge of Infoblox DDI and monitoring tools like SolarWinds. Strong troubleshooting and communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Preferred Skills: Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP ). Experience with Go, Bash , or other programming languages. CI/CD pipeline experience. Familiarity with network security best practices. Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes . ServiceNow development/administration. NetFlow data analysis experience. Experience in AI-driven automation , predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, or root cause analysis. Knowledge of Agentic AI and emerging AI trends.