Network Engineer
Hybrid
Maidenhead, United Kingdom
Freelance
05-03-2025
Job Specifications
Network Automation Engineer - Hybrid - Outside IR35
We're looking for a Network Automation Engineer to join a cutting-edge team driving the evolution of network infrastructure. You'll be at the forefront of automating, optimising, and scaling complex networks using modern automation frameworks and programming languages.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
• Design, build, and maintain network infrastructure automation using scripting and configuration management tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps, Security, and Software • Engineering, to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
• Support troubleshooting and performance tuning of automated network systems.
• Keep up to date with the latest networking and automation technologies to continuously improve processes.
Key Skills & Experience:
5+ years in network engineering, with at least 3+ years focused on network automation.
Proficiency in Python for automation and scripting.
Experience with network automation protocols (RESTCONF, NETCONF, APIs).
Solid understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
Strong working knowledge of Ansible, Jinja2, JSON, and automation frameworks.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and collaborative team environments.
Nice to Have (but not essential):
Industry certifications such as Cisco DevNet, CCNP, JNCIP, or Fortinet NSE.
Exposure to cloud networking automation (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Experience with network observability and monitoring tools.
Key info
- Twice a week on-site in Berkshire
- 3 month rolling contract
- ASAP Start
- £300 - £400 outside IR35
Network Automation Engineer - Hybrid - Outside IR35
About the Company
The Explore Group has been helping companies recruit top talent in the ever-evolving world of technology since 2005. We’ve adapted alongside the changing IT market to become increasingly specialist enabling us to support our customers on their journey through the new digital economy. Our niche divisions of Open Source, Cloud, DevOps, Mobile, Digital Marketing and Technology now provide both candidates and clients with the knowledge, market insight and advice that they need to build great teams now and for the future. T... Know more
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