Network Automation Engineer – Python & DevOps

Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company; Town of Texas (WI); Remote; USD 124,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cigna Group is seeking a Network Automation Engineer to automate enterprise network operations using Python, DevOps, and IaC. You will build automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, REST APIs, and AI-enabled automation, collaborating with network engineers, developers, and QA teams to reduce manual tasks and improve reliability.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Python development, 3+ years DevOps, experience with Kubernetes, Docker, Ansible, and cloud platforms, and a passion for learning new

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or Business, or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of Python development experience.
• 3+ years of DevOps experience.
• Strong experience with Python-based network automation.
• Experience with Django and Django REST Framework.
• Experience building end-to-end CI/CD pipelines and using Jenkins.
• Experience with Ansible, Ansible Vault, Ansible Playbooks, or similar configuration management tools.
• Experience with Linux, preferably RedHat in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with Git and code version control.
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Experience integrating REST and SOAP APIs.
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, pytest, SoapUI, or Postman.

Responsibilities

• Work with network engineers to build automation solutions that reduce manual tasks and network incidents.
• Develop network automation solutions using Python.
• Build and support REST APIs using Python, Django, and Django REST Framework.
• Develop infrastructure-as-code solutions with automated testing and documentation.
• Work with QA teams to add automated testing into build and deployment pipelines.
• Build, maintain, and improve end-to-end CI/CD pipelines.
• Use tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, Ansible Vault, Git, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Create Ansible Playbooks and support configuration management.
• Maintain continuous integration tools and support code releases.
• Help resolve infrastructure-related issues when they occur.
• Support AI initiatives within the network organization, including AI frameworks and prompts.
• Document technical standards, designs, and automation processes.

Skills

Python development

DevOps

Network automation

REST APIs

CI/CD pipelines

Git

Kubernetes

Docker

AI frameworks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related

Tools

Jenkins

Ansible

Ansible Vault

Ansible Playbooks

Job description

We are looking for a Network Automation Engineer (Infrastructure Engineering Senior Advisor) to help automate and improve our enterprise network operations. In this role, you will use software engineering, Agile, and DevOps practices to build reliable automation solutions. You will work with network engineers, developers, and QA teams to reduce manual work, improve the accuracy of network changes, and help prevent network issues. You will also help develop infrastructure as code, automated testing, APIs, deployment pipelines, and AI-related automation solutions. Our goal is to automate repetitive tasks so our teams can focus on more complex work while improving the reliability and efficiency of our IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Work with network engineers to build automation solutions that reduce manual tasks and network incidents.
• Develop network automation solutions using Python.
• Build and support REST APIs using Python, Django, and Django REST Framework.
• Develop infrastructure-as-code solutions with automated testing and documentation.
• Work with QA teams to add automated testing into build and deployment pipelines.
• Build, maintain, and improve end-to-end CI/CD pipelines.
• Use tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, Ansible Vault, Git, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Create Ansible Playbooks and support configuration management.
• Maintain continuous integration tools and support code releases.
• Help resolve infrastructure-related issues when they occur.
• Support AI initiatives within the network organization, including AI frameworks and prompts.
• Document technical standards, designs, and automation processes.
• Work in an Agile/Scrum environment and participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.
• Work with APIs, JSON data, CRUD operations, and network device outputs.
• Continue learning new technologies and identify ways to improve network automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science or Business, or equivalent work experience.
• 4+ years of Python development experience.
• 3+ years of DevOps experience.
• Strong experience with Python-based network automation.
• Experience with Django and Django REST Framework.
• Experience building end-to-end CI/CD pipelines and using tools such as Jenkins.
• Experience with Ansible, Ansible Vault, Ansible Playbooks, or similar configuration management tools.
• Experience working with Linux, preferably RedHat in an enterprise environment.
• Experience with Git and code version control.
• Experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Experience integrating REST and SOAP APIs.
• Experience with automated testing tools such as Selenium, pytest, SoapUI, or Postman.
• Experience with cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience with modern web technologies such as Angular, TypeScript, Node.js, HTML5, Bootstrap, Webpack, Grunt, or Gulp.
• Angular and TypeScript experience is preferred.
• Experience working with JSON, APIs, and CRUD operations.
• Experience with AI frameworks and prompt-based solutions.
• Experience with Itential or other network automation tools.
• Experience parsing network device output using RegEx, TextFSM, or similar methods.
• Networking knowledge, including routing, switching, protocols, filtering, or firewall rules, is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and attention-to-detail skills.
• Good communication and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well with technical teams.
• Strong interest in learning new and emerging technologies.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 123,500 - 205,800 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence.

About The Cigna Group Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email [e-mail] for assistance. Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes. The Cigna Group has a tobacco‑free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.