Senior Network Automation Engineer

Senior Network Automation Engineer

Location:

Chandler, Arizona (Hybrid)

Employment Type:

Contract

Contract Duration: 09 Months

We are seeking a Senior Network Automation Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, and management. This role involves designing and maintaining scripts and tools to automate network tasks and workflows, providing technical leadership, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

• Develop and implement automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, and management.
• Design and maintain scripts and tools to automate network tasks and workflows using Python and shell scripts.
• Implement and manage network orchestration tools to streamline operations.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation.
• Deploy code to development, QA, Staging, and Production servers.
• Lead code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand network requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network architects and engineers.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for systems, processes, and configurations.
• Participate in the on-call rotation to support application users as required.

Education:

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is required, or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

A minimum of 7 years of proven experience as a network architect or in a similar senior-level network engineering role is required. Candidates should have an extensive background in designing and implementing enterprise-level network solutions and substantial experience with network automation tools and practices.

Proficiency in network protocols, services, and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, VRFs).

Strong proficiency in Python programming and Linux OS (e.g., Ubuntu, CentOS).

Experience with network automation tools such as Ansible.

Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) concepts, such as Arista CVP or Cisco ACI.

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform.

Primary skill in Data Virtualization - Composite & Data Fabric.

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Leadership capabilities and a proactive attitude.

Advanced networking certifications (e.g., CCIE, JNCIE).

Knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, Nautobot).

Arista ACE Level 5+ or Cisco Dev Net S/P/E certification.

This position requires a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including Clearly Rateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a Support Linc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep…