Role: Lead Network Architect with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.
Type: Contract (6 Months)
Location: Bristol, Birmingham & London, UK
Working Model: Hybrid (3 days per week in office)
The Role
We are seeking a highly hands-on Lead Network Architect to eliminate manual network configurations and drive Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). You will translate low-level designs into production-grade automation workflows, building robust CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical Cisco data centers.
What You'll Do
- Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated network changes and migrations.
- Champion GitOps principles, treating Git as the ultimate source of truth with strict pipeline gates and automated rollbacks.
- Integrate automation seamlessly across enterprise platforms including NDFC, NetBox, ServiceNow, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.
Must-Have Skills
- Networking: Deep expertise in Cisco NX-OS, VXLAN BGP-EVPN, vPC, and Cisco NDFC.
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Automation: Python (REST APIs, data modeling), YAML, JSON, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP).
- CI/CD & Testing: GitHub/GitLab workflows, pyATS, and Genie for pre- and post-change validation.
- Governance: Experience working in strictly regulated environments requiring detailed LLD documentation (FCA / PRA standards).
This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. sukkala2 @ randstaddigital. xiskglj Com
Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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