Networking & Cloud DevOps Engineer

WA Consultants Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Networking & Cloud DevOps Engineer for a fully remote six-month contract. This role requires expertise in designing network systems and managing cloud environments, particularly on GCP. The ideal candidate will have strong programming skills, experience with automation tools, and excellent problem-solving abilities. The position is pivotal for driving secure migrations and optimizing operational processes.

Qualifications

• Advanced programming skills in Python and proficiency with Shell scripts.
• Deep understanding of networking concepts including BGP and firewall security.
• Experience with automation frameworks and cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage network systems and cloud environments.
• Lead migrations from on-premises to cloud and automate deployment processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless operations.

Skills

Python programming

Shell scripting

Networking concepts

Terraform

Ansible

Cloud migration

CI/CD pipelines

Proactive communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

GCP

Azure DevOps

Nautobot

Job description

Networking & Cloud DevOps Engineer (SDAP Connectivity) required for a fully remote six month contract, to architect, optimise, and deliver robust networking and DevOps solutions across on-premises and Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environments. You will drive automation, enable secure migrations, and streamline operational processes. The role requires hands-on technical expertise, proactive collaboration, and the ability to independently drive projects forward.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design, optimise, and manage network systems (topology, security zones, connectivity patterns) in both legacy and cloud environments.
• Architect and implement secure, scalable, and high-performance solutions using GCP’s native and managed services (VPC, Peering, Cloud NAT, Cloud Interconnects, BMS, GCVE, Filestore, NetApp, etc.).
• Lead and execute migrations from on-premises to cloud, including planning, data transfer, application reconfiguration, and validation/testing.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (preferably via Azure DevOps), automating infrastructure deployments using Terraform, Ansible, and Cloud Run.
• Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and tune performance for networking and cloud platforms; provide operational documentation and handover plans.
• Configure, manage, and optimize Juniper (MX, SRX, QFX) and Palo Alto (physical/virtual, Panorama) network devices.
• Develop and optimise Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and HCL; contribute to codebase improvements.
• Create and maintain automation scripts (Python, Shell); leverage APIs to expedite data collection/configuration and reduce human error.
• Develop agentic AI automations using frameworks such as LangChain, CrewAI, Autogen, or MetaGPT.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Application, Security, Google, etc.) to ensure seamless operations and migrations.
• Design, implement, and optimise Nautobot plugins (strong plus).

Technical Requirements:
• Advanced programming skills in Python; proficiency with Shell scripts, YAML, JSON, HCL (Terraform), and general programming experience in multiple languages.
• Deep understanding of networking: BGP, routing (inter-VR, policy-based, protocols, filtering), switching (VLANs, Layer 2, VRRP), firewall/security (L2-L7, NAT, IPSec, encryption, URL filtering, proxies).
• Experience with automation frameworks and tools: Terraform, Ansible, Algosec (or similar), Azure DevOps (pipelines, GIT), Cloud Run.
• Knowledge of containerization and hypervisors (mainly Linux OS, KVM is a plus).
• Experience in CI/CD and Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with Nautobot, especially plugin development (strong plus).
• Strong understanding of IT security concepts (risk assessment, countermeasures, mitigation strategies).
• Experience with Squid Proxy and M2VM (GCP migration tool) is a plus.

Soft Skills:
• Proactive team player with excellent initiative.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to drive matters independently and liaise with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

To arrange a Teams-based interview, please email in the first instance, your CV to [e-mail]

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