Network Automation and Tools Engineer

Job Overview

Labcorp is seeking a Network Automation and Tools Engineer for a dynamic team in Durham or Burlington, NC.

Work Schedule:

This is a full‑time, exempt (salaried) position assigned to a First Shift schedule, with standard business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in your local time zone. Applicants who live within 35 miles of either location will follow a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three in‑office days per week at an assigned location.

• Design, develop, and maintain network automation and tooling solutions to improve operational efficiency in alignment with our business AI strategy.
• Develop and integrate APIs with internal platforms, CMDBs, and source‑of‑truth systems.
• Support and enhance CI/CD pipelines for network automation workflows.
• Collaborate with network engineering, infrastructure, and operations teams to translate requirements into automated solutions.
• Troubleshoot, enhance, and maintain automation platforms in Linux environments.
• Build Network as Code solutions using Python and automation frameworks.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 8 or more years’ experience in network automation, software development, or related engineering roles.
• 5 or more years’ experience programming in Python for automation or backend development.
• 2 or more years’ experience working with APIs and integrating systems programmatically.
• 2 or more years’ hands‑on experience operating in Linux environments.

• 2 or more years’ experience with JavaScript, Ansible, or similar automation tools.
• 2 or more years’ experience with Docker, virtual environments, and containerized workflows.
• 2 or more years’ experience with configuration templating tools such as Jinja or Velocity.
• 3 or more years’ experience with enterprise networking hardware (switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers).
• CCNA or higher certification.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex technical topics to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure or network automation.
• Working knowledge of network orchestration tools and source‑of‑truth / CMDB platforms.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving requirements.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Stock Purchase Plan for employees scheduled 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) plan participation for employees scheduled less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees.
• Full benefits except PTO/FTO for employees scheduled on a 7‑on/7‑off schedule.

Labcorp is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.