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Automation Engineer

Experis UK

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

Experis UK is seeking an Automation Engineer to develop engaging learning materials focused on automation and programmability. This fully remote, contract role involves creating courses and collaborating with experts to simplify complex topics. If you're a self-starter passionate about network automation, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in software development.
  • Experience with network automation tools.
  • Strong communication and instructional design skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop learning content (training materials, online courses).
  • Collaborate with SMEs for accuracy.
  • Translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand content.

Skills

Python
Go
PHP
Node
C++
Java
REST APIs
Networking Technologies
Linux system administration
Technical training skills

Education

Cisco DevNet certification

Tools

Ansible
Puppet
Terraform
Git
Subversion
VMware

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Experis UK

Senior IT & Tech Recruiter at Experis | Contract IT |

Automation Engineer | Learning | Content | CISCO | Software Development

CONTRACT DETAILS:

Role: Automation Engineer

Day Rate: Competitive

Location: Fully Remote

Duration: 12+ months (likely to extend)

We are urgently seeking an Automation Engineer with a DevNet certification (DEVASC or DEVCOR) and network automation experience.

About the Role:

You will create engaging learning materials focused on automation and programmability for IT professionals. This includes developing online courses, instructor-led training, tutorials, labs, and technical content. You will work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to simplify complex technical concepts and explore AI-driven content development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop learning content (courses, blogs, training materials, labs).
  • Collaborate with SMEs to ensure accuracy and relevance.
  • Translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand content.
  • Apply adult learning principles for effective training.
  • Stay updated on Enterprise Networking and Service Provider technologies.
  • Advocate for automation and programmability in Cisco solutions.

Required Skills & Experience:

  • 5+ years in software development (Python, Go, PHP, Node, C++, Java).
  • Experience with REST APIs and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Terraform).
  • Knowledge of Networking Technologies (TCP/IP, Routing, Switching, Security).
  • Linux system administration (2+ years) & version control systems (Git, Subversion).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD methodologies and VMware (ESXi, vCenter).
  • Strong communication, instructional design, and technical training skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Cisco DevNet (Associate, Professional, or Specialist) certification.
  • Experience with Cisco hardware/software solutions.
  • CCNA or CCNP certification.
  • Open-source contributions (GitHub, GitLab).
  • Presentation and video content creation skills.

This role is ideal for a self-starter who is passionate about network automation, training, and AI-driven content development.

If this seems like the role for you, and you're interested, then please apply with your most up-to-date CV for immediate review

Automation Engineer | Learning | Content | CISCO | Software Development

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Not Applicable
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Contract
Job function
  • Job function
    Information Technology
  • Industries
    Software Development

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