Network Automation Lead

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK internet service provider is seeking a Network Automation Lead in Central London. This role offers the chance to take technical ownership of automation efforts, working closely with network engineers and senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have strong Python skills and experience in network automation, contributing to scalable, reliable solutions in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Up to £95,000 base salary

Full ownership of key projects

Work directly with senior leadership

Modern office in Central London

Qualifications

• Strong Python programming experience.
• Previous experience in network automation environments.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of the network automation platform.
• Work hands-on with Python to build automation pipelines.
• Collaborate with Network Engineers to design solutions.

Skills

Python

Network Automation

Collaboration

Job description

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We’re hiring a Network Automation Lead for one of the UK’s most innovative and high-performance internet service providers, headquartered in Central London. This is a rare opportunity to take technical ownership of cutting-edge automation efforts within a dynamic software engineering environment — while remaining deeply embedded in the networking domain.

The Role

You’ll join the Software Network Automation team, a specialist function focused on building scalable, reliable automation for network configuration and provisioning. Your work will drive forward zero-touch provisioning, automate network engine functions, and improve delivery speeds across one of the UK's most advanced carrier-grade networks.

You will:

• Take technical ownership of the network automation platform
• Work hands-on with Python to build robust, scalable automation pipelines
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Networks, COO, and the broader build team
• Partner with Network Engineers to design and implement solutions
• Own the codebase (90% coding), with a small element of architecture/design (10%)
• Influence planning, architecture proposals, and team direction

What You’ll Need

• Strong Python programming experience (this is a software engineering role focused on networks)
• Previous experience working in network automation environments (config automation, network engines, provisioning tools)
• Understanding of zero-touch provisioning principles
• Strong appreciation for network engineering (you'll be working side-by-side with top-tier network engineers)
• Proactive, collaborative approach with the confidence to lead from the front

What’s on Offer

• Up to £95,000 base salary
• Full ownership of key projects in a mission-critical space
• Work directly with senior leadership (Head of Networks, COO)
• Be at the heart of both software engineering and network operations
• Modern, energetic Central London office (5 days a week onsite)

If you're a Python expert with a passion for networking and a desire to lead automation in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, this could be your ideal next move.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.