Senior Network Automation Engineer (L2/L3, Scripting)

Apex Systems; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

ESPP & 401K

HSA

EAP with counseling

Certification discounts

Job summary

Apex Systems is seeking a skilled Network Engineer in Round Rock, TX for on-site support. You will design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure, focusing on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching and automation to improve reliability and scalability.

Responsibilities include deploying and maintaining networks, developing automation with Python/Ansible, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of network engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching.
• Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting.
• Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments.
• Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis.
• Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Participate in change management, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

L2/L3 switching

Network design

Network automation

Python/Ansible

REST APIs

TCP/IP fundamentals

Vendor platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Python

Ansible

Job description

Apex Systems is seeking a skilled Network Engineer in Round Rock, TX for on-site support. You will design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure, focusing on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching and automation to improve reliability and scalability.

Responsibilities include deploying and maintaining networks, developing automation with Python/Ansible, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating with teams.