Lead Network Engineer - Tools & Automation

Role

Lead Network Engineer – Network Tools & Automation. You will be part of Digital – IT Operations, responsible for the network monitoring and automation platforms that underpin network reliability, performance and operational efficiency across British Airways.

• Take ownership of network monitoring and automation tooling, including Thousand Eyes, Catalyst Center, DX Net Ops and Net Brain
• Create and maintain documentation for network monitoring and automation tooling
• Develop and utilise automation workflows to support configuration management, troubleshooting and reporting
• Drive continuous knowledge sharing to ensure the wider team fully utilises the tools available
• Ensure tooling and automation meets wider organisational standards and security policies
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to identify automation opportunities and drive network improvements
• Advocate for using automation to drive efficiencies within the team

• Strong technical competence in networking
• Strong understanding of network automation
• Strong organisational, communication and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work streams at once while ensuring prioritisation based on team and business goals
• Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gather and analyse information effectively, and develop alternative solutions where appropriate
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with teams dispersed throughout the globe
• Ability to run knowledge transfer sessions and mentor junior members of the team
• Flexible and agile approach, always ready to adapt when things don’t go to plan
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Motivated, resilient and proactive approach
• Collaborative working style with a passion for learning and knowledge sharing

• 5+ years’ experience of enterprise Network Engineering and Operations
• CCNP Enterprise or Automation
• 2+ years’ experience with Python, Ansible, Jinja2, YAML, JSON and Git
• Extensive experience with Net Brain, Catalyst Center and Thousand Eyes
• Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
• Experience with Check Point Firewalls, F5 Load Balancers, Cisco Routing, Switching and Wireless
• Experience optimising workflows through automation

Staff travel benefits including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights, and up to 30 discounted airline fares per year for yourself, friends and family. Opportunities for internal mobility across the business and a culture that encourages continuous learning and knowledge sharing.