Network Automation Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Network Engineer with strong expertise in network automation and Layer 2/Layer 3 switching for on-site support. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing network infrastructure while driving automation initiatives to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies
• Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting
• Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments
• Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures
• Participate in change management, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• 5+ years of network engineering experience
• Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, PortChannel, and routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP)
• Network design and troubleshooting in enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience with network automation tools
• Demonstrated proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworks
• REST APIs and network programmability concepts
• Familiarity with major networking platforms (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Juniper)
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security fundamentals
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Skills

• Ansible
• DHCP
• DNS
• Python
• TCP/IP
• VLAN

Experience Desired

• Network engineering experience (5+ yrs)
• Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, PortChannel, and routing protocols (5+ yrs)
• REST APIs and network programmability concepts (5+ yrs)
• Proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworks (5+ yrs)

Pay

Hourly rate: $60.00 – $65.00

Schedule

Work Model: Onsite

Shift: Standard Work Hours

Employment Type: Full-Time

Estimated Duration: 7 months