Network Design Automation Engineer

Equinix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix, a global digital infrastructure company, seeks a Network Design Automation Engineer in the UK to automate network design tasks and build AI-enabled solutions that reduce manual work and improve efficiency. You will collaborate with Network Design, Product, Engineering, and Operations to translate requirements into practical technical solutions that scale our interconnection networks.

The role emphasizes software development, automation potential, and deepening expertise within a global

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (CS/SE/Networking/Data Science/AI)
• Programming experience with Python and Go
• Basic networking fundamentals (IP, routing, switching)
• Experience or interest in automation, APIs, scripting, AI tools, ML, or data analytics
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders
• Curiosity and innovative mindset to apply automation in network engineering

Responsibilities

• Develop scripts, tools, and automation solutions to streamline network design tasks
• Use Python/Go, APIs, and data-driven approaches to improve workflows
• Translate product and business requirements into practical technical solutions
• Build dashboards and visualizations for visibility into network performance and capacity
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Network Design, Product, Engineering, and Operations

Skills

Python

Go

APIs

Automation

AI tools

Machine learning

Data analytics

Networking fundamentals

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®
shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

Help us challenge assumptions, uncover bias, and remove barriers-because progress starts with fresh ideas. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Network Design Automation Engineer will support the transformation of Equinix's Network Design organization by developing automation, software, and AI-enabled solutions that reduce manual engineering work and improve network design efficiency.

This role is best suited for someone with strong software development and automation potential who wants to build deeperexpertisein network design within a global interconnection environment. The engineer will work with Network Design, Product, Engineering, and Operations teams to translate business and product requirements into practical technical solutions that help scale and optimize Equinix's network infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop scripts, tools, and automation solutions to streamline repetitive network design and planning activities
• Use Python, Go, APIs, AI tools, and data-driven approaches to improve engineering workflows
• Support network design work by translating product and business requirements into practical technical solutions
• Analyze network planning, capacity, and operational data to support forecasting and decision-making
• Build dashboards, reports, and visualizations that improve visibility into network performance and capacity
• Assistwith integrating planning platforms, operational systems, data sources, and automation workflows
• Collaborate with Network Design, Product, Engineering, Operations, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Document technical requirements, workflows, assumptions, dependencies, and risks
• Research emerging technologies in AI, automation, cloud networking, and network engineering
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability, efficiency, standardization, and innovation
• Build knowledge of Equinix interconnection products including Equinix Fabric, Internet Exchange, Metro Connect, and Equinix Internet Access

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Data Science, AI, or a related technical field
• Relevant internship, academic, project, or professional experience in software development, automation, networking, or data analysis
• Programming experience with Python; Go experience
• Basic understanding of networking fundamentals such as IP networking, routing, switching, or network architecture
• Experience or strong interest in automation, APIs, scripting, AI tools, machine learning, or data analytics
• Ability to learn quickly, solve problems, and work in a fast-changing technical environment
• Strong communicationskills and ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Curiosity, innovation mindset, and interest in applying automation to improve network engineering processes

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form .

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affimative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.