Sr Specialist Network Automation Architect

Enbridge; Chatham; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Ontario seeks a Sr Specialist Network Automation Architect. The role involves designing AI-driven automation workflows and developing autonomous systems for network operations. Candidates must have extensive experience in software engineering, AI systems, and network automation frameworks. The position offers flexibility, competitive benefits, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

401k match

Pension plan

Generous time off

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of software engineering experience, preferably in industrial or energy sectors.
• 5+ years developing production AI systems, preferably in infrastructure or operations.
• Deep understanding of network automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design AI-driven workflows for network automation spanning planning, development, testing, and deployment phases.
• Develop autonomous agent systems that can analyze requirements, generate solutions, and implement with human approval.
• Implement machine learning models for predictive maintenance and capacity planning.

Skills

AI/ML Engineering

Network Automation Frameworks

Software Engineering

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

Python

Cisco

Versa

Palo Alto

NetScaler

Job description

Posting End Date

August 14, 2025

Employee Type

Regular-Full time

Union/Non

This is a non-union position

The Sr Specialist Network Automation Architect will lead the design and implementation of AI-driven automation workflows that transform network operations across our large energy company's critical infrastructure.

This role focuses on creating autonomous agent systems with human-in-the-loop controls that ensure zero-risk tolerance while revolutionizing operational efficiency.

If you have over 8 years overall experience, apply today, we'd love to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Design AI-driven workflows for network automation spanning planning, development, testing, and deployment phases.
• Develop autonomous agent systems that can analyze requirements, generate solutions, and implement with human approval gate.
• Build intelligent decision-making frameworks that understand energy sector compliance and safety, reliability, and performance requirements.
• Implement machine learning models for predictive maintenance, capacity planning, and anomaly detection.
• Build comprehensive automation pipelines that integrate with existing tools (Cisco, Versa, Palo Alto, NetScaler).

Who You Are

• You possess Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of software engineering experience, preferably in industrial or energy sectors.
• Advanced AI/ML Engineering: 5+ years developing production AI systems, preferably in infrastructure or operations.
• Deep understanding of network automation frameworks (Ansible, Terraform, Python).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work multi-functionally with technical and non-technical teams.

We are progressive, offer flexibility, opportunities for growth, work life balance, competitive benefits and pension plan, and generous time off.

Flex Work

Enbridge provides flexible workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Our FlexWork (Hybrid Work Model) offers eligible employees the opportunity to work variable daily schedules with flexible start and end times, opt for a compressed workweek, or work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option. #joinourteam

Benefits – Regular Employees

• PPO & HSO plans (only HSA if participate in the HSO)
• 12 Paid Holidays + PTO
• Family Illness days
• Military Leave (up to two years of paid leave with benefit continuation)
• Benefits coverage starts on Day 1

Savings

• 401k match 6% match – immediate vesting

Pension

• Participation available immediately upon hire for full-time and part-time employees
• Cash Balance Pension plan, Enbridge makes the contributions (not vested until after 3 years)
• The plan is fully paid for by Enbridge, with no employee contributions
• Pay credits between 4% and 11% of eligible earnings, based on age and service

The successful candidate (if external) will undergo background checks including criminal, education, and employment verification.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to inclusion and proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants

• Applications can only be submitted via our online recruiting system.
• We appreciate your interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates may need to undergo security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com