At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and automate cloud-based network infrastructure using cutting-edge tools.
- Company: Join a consultancy leading large-scale transformations in cloud and network infrastructure.
- Benefits: Hybrid work model, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative Agile environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by modernising network services and improving operational efficiency.
- Qualifications: Strong experience with Terraform, CI/CD, and cloud networking.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Contract: 6 months
Location: Hybrid (2 days/week onsite in Manchester / Greater Manchester)
Security Clearance: Active SC clearance required
Overview
We’re hiring a Senior Network Automation Engineer to join a consultancy delivering large‑scale transformation across cloud and network infrastructure. This is a hands‑on engineering role for someone who enjoys building automation‑first platforms, applying Infrastructure as Code, and embedding modern NetDevOps practices. You’ll work within a high‑performing engineering team to modernise network services across hybrid cloud environments, improving reliability, observability, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and automate cloud‑based network infrastructure
- Build Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform (and Ansible)
- Develop automation for network provisioning and operational run tasks
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for network/infrastructure delivery
- Support AWS, Azure, and hybrid networking environments
- Improve platform reliability, monitoring, and observability
- Work within Agile / Scrum delivery teams
- Collaborate closely with Architecture, Platform Engineering, and Security teams
- Drive continuous improvement across automation and network service delivery
Essential Skills & Experience
- Strong Terraform experience (Infrastructure as Code)
- Configuration management (Ansible preferred)
- CI/CD experience (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
- Linux administration + scripting (Bash / Python)
- AWS and/or Azure networking experience
- Exposure to Kubernetes / container platforms
- Strong Git / version control habits
- Monitoring/observability (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, or similar)
- Solid understanding of NetDevOps principles
- Experience delivering in Agile environments
Desirable / Nice to Have
- Cisco networking
- Firewall platforms: Palo Alto and/or Fortinet
- OCI (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure)
- Helm, GitOps, ArgoCD
- ServiceNow experience
Tech Stack (Current / Typical)
- Terraform
- Ansible
- AWS
- Azure
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- Git
- GitLab CI
- Jenkins
- GitHub Actions
- Linux
- Bash
- Python
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- Helm
- GitOps
SC Network Automation Engineer employer: IO Associates
Join a leading engineering organisation that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your contributions directly impact high-performance solutions in safety-critical environments. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have the opportunity to mentor fellow engineers and shape technical direction while working in an Agile/SAFe environment. Located in the UK, this role provides a unique chance to be part of cutting-edge projects in defence, aerospace, and industrial technology, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.
