Network Automation Engineer (telecoms / network)

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

Job summary

A leading global defense company seeks a Network Automation Engineer to assist in delivering network automation projects with hybrid working in Reading and London. The role involves designing workflows, managing automation scripts, and troubleshooting platforms. Candidates should have a telecom background with 5–7 years of experience, basic knowledge in network administration, and familiarity with Python and CI/CD systems. The position offers a permanent contract with opportunities for learning advanced automation technologies.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of telecom experience, with 3–4 years in telecom automation.
• Understanding of WAF and API security basics.
• Willingness to learn automation platforms.

Responsibilities

• Help design and implement network automation workflows under guidance.
• Support deployment of containerised applications on Red Hat OpenShift.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline updates using GitLab.

Skills

Basic network administration

Python

YAML

JSON

CI/CD

Git

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Tools

Itential Automation Platform (IAP)

Cisco NSO

Red Hat OpenShift

Job description

Overview

Network Automation Engineer (telecoms/ network) – Hybrid working (2-3 days in customer office in London) – working between Reading and London. Permanent – 12-month fixed 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.

How to Apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail]