Genesis10 is currently seeking a Network Automation Engineer - Hybrid position with a Global Financial Institution located in Charlotte, NC. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity. This role focuses on developing and implementing automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, and management within an enterprise environment. The ideal candidate will leverage strong Python and scripting skills to automate repetitive tasks, maintain CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network operations.
Responsibilities: - Automate repetitive tasks and workflows using Python and shell scripts within a virtual environment
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation
- Deploy code to development, QA, Staging, and Production servers using a continuous integration and deployment pipeline platform
- Test new services are functioning as expected using the testing framework and add new test cases to the test suite
- Develop and implement automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, and management
- Design and maintain scripts and tools to automate network tasks and workflows
- Implement and manage network orchestration tools to streamline operations
- Lead code reviews and provide constructive feedback
- Collaborate with DevOps engineers to streamline operations and processes
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand network requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Lead architectural discussions and decision-making processes related to network and automation
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network architects and engineers
- Create and maintain technical documentation for systems and processes
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 7+ years of proven experience as a network architect or in a similar senior-level network engineering role
- Extensive experience with network automation tools and practices
- Strong background in designing and implementing enterprise-level network solutions
- Proficiency in network protocols, services, and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, VRFs)
- Very strong proficiency in Python programming and Linux OS (Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.)
- Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible)
- Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) (Arista CVP, Cisco ACI)
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform)
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Hybrid schedule requirement of a minimum of 3 days per week
Desired skills: - Advanced certifications in Networking (e.g., CCIE, JNCIE)
- Knowledge of database systems (SQL, Nautobot)
- Arista ACE Level 5+ or Cisco DevNet S/P/E
Pay range: $60.24 - $68.24
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.
For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: - Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
- The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
- Behavioral Health Platform
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- 401K
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)
For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.
Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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