Network Automation Engineer (Telecoms & Network)

Talent Locker; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defence company is seeking a Network Automation Engineer for a permanent role under a 12-month fixed-term contract. This position involves hybrid working between Reading and London. The successful candidate will assist in network automation projects, implement workflows, manage integrations, and troubleshoot various platform issues. Applicants should have a solid background in telecom and automation, and be proficient in tools like Python and Git, with opportunities to learn further technologies in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Basic network administration and device configuration knowledge.
• 5-7 years of telecom experience, with 3-4 years in telecom automation.
• Familiar with Python, YAML, JSON, CI/CD, and Git.
• Willing to learn automation platforms (Itential IAP, Cisco NSO).
• Understanding of WAF and API security basics.

Responsibilities

• Help design and implement network automation workflows under guidance.
• Support and troubleshoot automation scripts and integrations in IAP and NSO.
• Assist with configuration changes for routers, switches, and firewalls across multiple vendors.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline updates and testing using GitLab.
• Support deployment of containerised applications on Red Hat OpenShift.
• Learn and use Python, YAML, and Jinja templates for automation tasks.
• Assist with API integration and monitoring using API Management platforms.
• Help maintain documentation for automation processes.

Skills

Network administration

Problem-solving

Python

CI/CD

Git

Tools

Itential Automation Platform

Cisco NSO

Red Hat OpenShift

Job description

Network Automation Engineer (telecoms/ network)

Hybrid working (2-3 days in customer office in London) - working between Reading and London

Permanent - 12-month fix term contract

About the Role

We are looking for an Automation Platform Analyst to assist in the delivery and maintenance of network automation projects for one of the leading global defence companies. You will help implement automation workflows, manage integrations, and troubleshoot platform issues. Basic knowledge of network automation, scripting, and CI/CD is required, with opportunities to learn tools like Itential Automation Platform (IAP), Cisco NSO, and Red Hat OpenShift.

Responsibilities

• Help design and implement network automation workflows under guidance.
• Support and troubleshoot automation scripts and integrations in IAP and NSO.
• Assist with configuration changes for routers, switches, and firewalls across multiple vendors.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline updates and testing using GitLab.
• Support deployment of containerised applications on Red Hat OpenShift.
• Learn and use Python, YAML, and Jinja templates for automation tasks.
• Assist with API integration and monitoring using API Management platforms.
• Help maintain documentation for automation processes.
• Work with teams to ensure smooth project delivery and follow security best practices.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Basic network administration and device configuration knowledge.
• 5-7 years of telecom experience, with 3-4 years in telecom automation.
• Familiar with Python, YAML, JSON, CI/CD, and Git.
• Willing to learn automation platforms (Itential IAP, Cisco NSO).
• Understanding of WAF and API security basics.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

To apply or find out more information on the role please send your CV to