At a Glance
- Tasks: Build Python tools for network automation and tackle complex engineering challenges.
- Company: Join a leading global tech company with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and weekly pay.
- Other info: Opportunity to work with AI tools and advance your career in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact on large-scale network infrastructure using cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 7+ years in engineering, strong Python skills, and networking fundamentals.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 £ per year.
We're hiring a Senior Network Automation Engineer to join the infrastructure engineering team of a leading global technology company, working on one of the world's largest and most complex network environments. This isn't a traditional network support role. You'll combine deep networking knowledge with Python engineering, building automation to provision, test and deploy new network technologies at global scale.
Why consider it?
- Annual Salary up to £102,000 doe
- 12-month contract with potential to extend - inside IR35, PAYE - paid weekly via Principle HR
- Hybrid - 1-2 days onsite in Central London
- Work on large-scale global backbone network infrastructure
- Exposure to cutting-edge network automation and AI-assisted engineering
What we're looking for:
- 7+ years' relevant engineering experience
- Strong hands-on Python programming
- Excellent networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS, IPv4/IPv6
- Experience building network automation for provisioning, deployment or operations
- Strong Linux experience
- Network configuration experience with Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Nokia, Ciena or Infinera
- Experience using AI tools for coding or automation
Bonus points for:
- IS-IS, CI/CD, ZTP, Ansible/Puppet/Chef or network test automation
What will you work on?
- Build Python tooling for network provisioning and deployment
- Automate integration of new routing and switching platforms
- Develop automated testing for new network hardware and software
- Troubleshoot complex network, automation and hardware issues
- Help take new network technologies from lab testing into production
Senior Network Automation Engineer - Python - Global Tech in London employer: Principle HR
At Principle HR, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the technology sector. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility, while our commitment to employee growth ensures that you will have access to professional development opportunities that enhance your career. Join us in London, where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions.
