Lead Python Network Automation Architect

BCforward; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 99,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Global client exposure

Inclusive culture

Cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Senior/Lead Python Network Automation Architect/Engineer for a Jersey City, NJ contract role. The position focuses on Python-based network automation, SDN, and infrastructure engineering to design, build, and automate network services that enhance reliability, security, and time-to-market.

You will collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and Production Services, manage CI/CD pipelines, establish reference architectures, and mentor junior engineers while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 12 years in software development with focus on network automation.
• Expert-level proficiency in Python and software design.
• Deep understanding of SDLC, Agile methodologies, and tooling.
• Hands-on experience with Git, Jira, Jenkins, automated testing, and CI/CD.
• Infrastructure as Code and Ansible-driven configuration management.
• Operational knowledge of Cisco networking and RHEL platforms.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and Production Services to define and deliver network automation strategies.
• Design and develop software systems to manage firewalls, load balancers, SDN, routers, and switches.
• Develop and maintain a catalog of automation services for instrumentation, remediation, and operational workflows.
• Provide escalation support for production triage and incident response.
• Manage CI/CD pipelines for network development, testing, and deployment.
• Implement KPI metrics across deployed and modified components.
• Lead complex modifications to existing applications in line with specifications and standards.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
• Establish and maintain reference architectures and best practices to reduce time to production.
• Partner with architects to develop end-to-end enterprise data and network solutions with appropriate security controls.

Skills

Python

Django

Flask

Jinja

SQLAlchemy

SDLC

Agile

Git

Jira

Jenkins

CI/CD

Ansible

Cisco networking

RHEL

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Jira

Jenkins

Ansible

Confluence

Job description

BCforward is seeking a Senior/Lead Python Network Automation Architect/Engineer for a Jersey City, NJ contract role. The position focuses on Python-based network automation, SDN, and infrastructure engineering to design, build, and automate network services that enhance reliability, security, and time-to-market.

You will collaborate with Architecture, Engineering, and Production Services, manage CI/CD pipelines, establish reference architectures, and mentor junior engineers while delivering