Automation Platform Specialist - Remote - Inside IR35

JR United Kingdom; London; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Automation Platform Specialist with extensive experience in network automation and cloud environments. This role offers the flexibility of remote work while requiring occasional visits to London or Reading. You will work with cutting-edge technologies such as OpenShift, Kubernetes, and Docker, ensuring seamless network automation using tools like Cisco NSO and Ansible. If you are passionate about driving automation in telecoms and thrive in agile environments, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience as an Automation Platform Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/DevOps tools and network automation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver network automation using industry-recognized tools.
• Interact with customers in English and manage cloud environments.

Skills

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Docker

GitHub

JIRA

Linux

Networking

Cloud Environments (vSphere, OpenStack, AWS)

Python

Bash

Ansible

Network Automation

Tools

vSphere

OpenStack

AWS

Cisco NSO

Juniper Apstra

Job description

Automation Platform Specialist - Remote - Inside IR35, London

Client: ConSol Partners

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description:

Automation Platform Specialist (5-7 years experience)

Work setting: Remote

Client sector: Telecoms

Contract Length: Initial contract until end of 2025 + extensions afterwards

Type of contract: Inside IR35

Very occasional visits to London/Reading possible.

Requirements (must-haves in bold):

• Experience on OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker, GitHub, JIRA, and related Agile/DevOps Tools.
• Linux, networking, and cloud environments (vSphere, OpenStack, AWS, etc.).
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or Ansible.
• English (to be able to interact with the customer).
• Experience delivering Network Automation using industry-recognized network automation tools (preferred knowledge in Cisco NSO administration and configuration, but also experience in other tools such as Ansible, Juniper Apstra, etc., is valid).
• Basic understanding of network Firewalls/Routers/Switches.