Automation Engineer - Networking

IBM; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Network Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role is pivotal in driving Data Center modernization efforts, utilizing cutting-edge technologies like GPU clusters to enhance performance and efficiency. You'll develop automation scripts, manage configurations, and ensure security compliance, all while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions. If you are passionate about network automation and eager to work with state-of-the-art infrastructure, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact while advancing your technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in network engineering with a focus on automation.
• Proficiency in Python/Go for automation tasks.
• Understanding of network security principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation scripts for network setup and configuration.
• Manage configuration templates and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration.

Skills

Network Engineering

Network Automation

Python

Go

Cloud Technologies

Kubernetes

Docker

BGPv4

EVPN-VxLAN

VRF

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Ansible

Terraform

JunOS

Arista EOS

Job description

Join our team as a Network Automation Engineer and play a key role in Data Center (DC) modernization! This role offers a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge DC technologies, including GPU clusters, to enhance performance, scalability, and efficiency. You'll leverage the latest automation tools to streamline network operations, optimize configurations, and ensure security compliance.

If you're passionate about network automation, security, and working with state-of-the-art DC infrastructure and GPU clusters, this is your chance to make a real impact while advancing your expertise with the latest technologies!

Your Role And Responsibilities

• Automation Of Day 0/1 Operations: Develop and implement automation scripts for initial network setup (Day 0) including device provisioning and configuration.
• Automate Day 1 tasks such as network device configuration, firmware updates, and security policy enforcement.
• Ensure automation processes adhere to industry best practices and organizational standards.

• Configuration Management: Develop and manage configuration templates for network devices using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar.
• Maintain version control for network configurations and automation scripts.
• Implement automated configuration compliance checks and remediation processes.

• Security And Compliance: Ensure network automation processes align with security policies and compliance requirements.
• Implement automated security configurations and vulnerability management processes.
• Conduct regular security audits and implement necessary improvements.

• Collaboration And Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including network operations, security, and application development to ensure seamless integration of network automation solutions.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide updates on project progress.

Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Technical And Professional Expertise

• Network Engineering & Automation: Proven experience in network engineering with a focus on automation and orchestration.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in Python/Go for automation tasks.
• Cloud & Containerization: Experience with cloud technologies, microservices architecture, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Networking Expertise: Exposure to BGPv4, EVPN-VxLAN, and VRF.
• Network OS Familiarity: Experience with at least one network OS (JunOS, Arista EOS).

Preferred Technical And Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Understanding of network security principles and practices.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, JNCIS, or equivalent).

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology