Network Automation Engineer

Remote • Posted 6 hours ago • Updated 6 hours ago
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Contract Independent
Contract W2
6 Months
No Travel Required
Able to Sponsor
Remote
Depends on Experience
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Job Details

Skills

  • Python
  • Communication
  • Optical Fiber
  • Problem Solving
  • Telephone Exchange
  • Provisioning
  • Real-time
  • Scripting
  • Nokia
  • Telecommunications
  • Analytical Skill
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Network
  • Network Design
  • Calix
  • OLT
  • VNM

Summary

Job Title: Network Automation Engineer
Location: Remote in US
Role: Contract 
 
 
Job Description:
VNM, OLT, Calix, Python are the key skills.
 

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Network Automation Engineer with deep expertise in fiber access technologies and strong Python development skills. The ideal candidate will work directly with network devices, analyze real-time configurations, and develop automation solutions to optimize operations in a telecom access network environment.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Work directly with access network devices (ONTs and OLTs) to analyze configurations and operational data

  • Develop and implement Python-based automation scripts based on live device insights
  • Troubleshoot and optimize fiber access network performance

  • Interface with central office and customer premises equipment environments

  • Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve network efficiency and automation coverage

  • Ensure secure and compliant access to network infrastructure

 

Required Skills & Experience

  • Strong hands-on experience with:
    • ONT (Optical Network Terminal) infrastructure (primarily in central office environments)
    • OLT (Optical Line Terminal) systems at customer or field locations 
  • Proven experience in Python programming for automation and scripting
  • Ability to independently access devices, interpret configurations, and develop solutions
  • Familiarity with telecom access network deployments

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Nokia and/or Calix network equipment 
  • Background working on Verizon-like environments or similar (e.g., VNM-type roles) 
  • Knowledge of network provisioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

 

Candidate Profile

  • Highly hands-on and comfortable working directly with network devices
  • Self-driven and capable of translating observations into automation solutions
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
 
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  • Dice Id: 91126058
  • Position Id: 9000041
  • Posted 6 hours ago
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