Senior Network Automation Engineer — Python & API Automation

Epico; Göteborgs kommun; Hybrid; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Epico is seeking an experienced Network Automation Engineer/Developer to join a global infrastructure team in Gothenburg, Sweden. In this hybrid role, you will design, build, and maintain Python-based automation solutions to improve daily network operations. You should possess a strong enterprise networking background, advanced Python skills, and experience with Cisco, Juniper, and automation tools. This is a try-and-hire opportunity, transitioning to permanent employment after initial consulting engagement of 6–12 months.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• 10+ years of total professional experience.
• Strong Python development skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Python-based automation solutions.
• Automate configuration deployment and compliance checks.
• Integrate network devices using REST, NETCONF, and gRPC APIs.
• Develop tools for incident response and validation.
• Collaborate with network engineers and maintain code repositories.

Skills

Enterprise networking background

Cisco and Juniper experience

Advanced Python development

Experience with Ansible

Experience with Nornir

Experience with Netmiko

Experience with NAPALM

Experience with APIs

Familiarity with Git

Troubleshooting production networks

Network telemetry and observability

Job description

Epico is seeking an experienced Network Automation Engineer/Developer to join a global infrastructure team in Gothenburg, Sweden. In this hybrid role, you will design, build, and maintain Python-based automation solutions to improve daily network operations. You should possess a strong enterprise networking background, advanced Python skills, and experience with Cisco, Juniper, and automation tools. This is a try-and-hire opportunity, transitioning to permanent employment after initial consulting engagement of 6–12 months.