Network Automation Engineer

Apex Systems; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K program

ESPP

HSA

Career development

Job summary

Everforth Apex in Findlay, Ohio is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to build and manage infrastructure via code, blending physical and virtual networks with IaC and CI/CD.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, Python, REST APIs, YAML, and strong networking knowledge. This long-term contract offers onsite with some remote days and competitive hourly compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field.
• 5+ years of platforms engineer experience.
• Experience with network automation and IaC.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC and DevOps practices.
• Experience delivering solutions as products is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Network as Code using Gitlab, Terraform, Ansible, Itential, or NetBrain.
• Integrate IaC with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous delivery.
• Automate configurations with CM tools to ensure consistency across environments.
• Implement monitoring and logging solutions to ensure reliability and performance.
• Handle the engineering, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of systems infrastructure.
• Identify performance bottlenecks, conduct root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of troubleshooting procedures.
• Analyze performance and utilization data to identify trends and provide optimization recommendations.

Skills

Python

REST API

YAML

NETCONF

TCP/IP

SNMP

SSH

Cisco

DNAC

Solarwinds Orion

Terraform

Ansible

Gitlab

Itential

NetBrain

VLAN

Routing

Switching

DevOps

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Gitlab

Terraform

Ansible

Itential

NetBrain

DNAC

Solarwinds Orion

Jenkins

Netbox

vSphere Automation API

Job description

Job#: 3052057

Job Description

Network Automation Engineer

Location

Findlay, Ohio (4 Days Onsite, 1 Day Remote)

Alternate Location

San Antonio, TX, Denver, CO or REMOTE

Type of Role

Long Term Contract

Compensation

$60+/hr (Depending on experience)

Role Overview

An experienced Network Automation Engineer is sought to join a team focused on building and managing infrastructure platforms through code. This role involves a deep understanding of configuration management tools and CI/CD pipelines. The position is suited for a candidate with extensive experience in both physical and virtual network infrastructure, knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle, and a DevOps mindset. Experience in delivering solutions as products is desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Network as Code using tools such as Gitlab, Terraform, Ansible, Itential, or NetBrain.
• Integrate Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and network automation practices with CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous delivery.
• Utilize configuration management tools to automate system configurations and ensure consistency across environments.
• Implement monitoring and logging solutions to ensure infrastructure and network reliability and performance.
• Handle the engineering, implementation, configuration, and maintenance of systems infrastructure.
• Identify performance bottlenecks, conduct root cause analysis, and implement solutions.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of troubleshooting procedures.
• Analyze performance and utilization data to identify trends and provide recommendations for optimization.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 5+ years of relevant platforms engineer experience.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of architecture frameworks like TOGAF or Zachman Framework.
• Proficiency with Network Automation tools and protocols: Python, REST API, YAML, XML, YANG, JSON, NETCONF, TCP/IP, VRF, SNMP, SSH, Cisco, DNAC, Solarwinds Orion, EIGRP, Nmap, Routing, and Switching.
• Experience in building, updating, and maintaining APIs for service integration.
• Experience with vSphere Automation API and configuration management tools.
• Experience in automating physical infrastructure changes, including zero-touch provisioning.
• Knowledge of Windows Server OS administration, Active Directory, Group Policy, and PowerShell scripting.
• Experience with DHCP, DNS, IIS, and file/print services.
• Background in TCP/IP, subnets, VLANs, and routing, including configuring switches, routers, and firewalls.
• Knowledge of VPNs, network segmentation, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.
• Skilled in network traffic analysis and performance optimization.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Networking, Compute, Storage, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Configuration Management, or Platform Development.
• Experience in Operational Technology and an understanding of the PERA model.
• Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, Netbrain, Netbox, Itential, Jenkins, or similar tools for continuous integration and deployment.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804‑523‑8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.