DevOps Automation Engineer

Role Summary This position focuses on developing and implementing automation solutions for enterprise network deployment and management, with an emphasis on SD-WAN infrastructure. The role involves designing scalable workflows, integrating APIs, and utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to optimize network provisioning and operations. Candidates will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, efficient, and automated network deployment at a remote location. Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain automated workflows for deploying large-scale SD-WAN branch networks. Develop, test, and maintain reusable Terraform modules and templates to manage network architecture and policies. Write Python scripts and utilize vendor SDKs and REST APIs to automate interactions with SD-WAN controllers, orchestration tools, and IPAM systems. Integrate network automation scripts into CI/CD pipelines such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins for continuous deployment and validation. Streamline onboarding processes for new branch hardware and virtual appliances through zero-touch provisioning (ZTP). Collaborate with network architecture, cybersecurity, and operations teams to translate traditional network designs into automated pipelines. Build telemetry, monitoring, and logging scripts to validate post-deployment network health and detect operational issues automatically. Troubleshoot automation workflows and network deployments, ensuring scalable and reliable solutions. Maintain documentation of automation processes, tools, and operational procedures. Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies related to network automation and SD-WAN solutions. Qualifications Minimum of 3 years of experience in network automation, DevOps, or enterprise network engineering. Proven hands-on experience with deploying and managing SD-WAN solutions such as Cisco Viptela, Palo Alto Prisma SD-WAN, Versa, Aruba EdgeConnect, or Fortinet. Strong proficiency in Python for network automation, including libraries like requests, urllib3, netmiko, or vendor SDKs. In-depth understanding of RESTful APIs, data formats such as JSON and YAML, and authentication methods including OAuth2 and API keys. Experience with Terraform, including writing custom modules and managing infrastructure workflows. Familiarity with Git-based version control systems and CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. Solid foundational knowledge of enterprise WAN architecture, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), IPsec/VPN, NAT, and DNS/IPAM services. Working knowledge of scripting languages like Bash and configuration management tools. Ability to troubleshoot, monitor, and optimize network automation processes effectively. Excellent collaboration and communication skills to partner with diverse technical teams. Availability to work remotely and manage tasks independently. Publishing Pay Range: $70.00 – $90.00 hourly This is a fully remote role and can be performed from an approved location.