Network Engineer - Network Automation & Infrastructure

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.

Key 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

Required Experience

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

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Location: Round Rock, TX (onsite position)
• Employment Type: Temporary, full-time (approximately 7 months)
• Hourly Rate: $60.00 - $66.00