Automation Network Engineer (DDI)

Job Title: Automation Network Engineer (DDI)

Location: Merrimack, NH

Duration: Contract

Work Schedule: Monday Friday, 8 AM 5 PM EST (flexibility required for evenings/weekends or 4x10 schedule)

Interview Process: In-person interview required at one of the client locations

Overview We are looking for a skilled Automation Network Engineer (DDI) to design, implement, and support enterprise DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) infrastructure across hybrid environments. This role will focus heavily on automation, helping scale and optimize network services using modern tools and practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and support DDI infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments
• Develop and deploy automation solutions for DDI platforms
• Troubleshoot and enhance existing automation frameworks
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for network automation within the team
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high availability (24x7 support model)
• Participate in on-call rotation for critical issue resolution
• Consult with business stakeholders on best practices and technical solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in network services

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong automation experience using Python and Ansible Tower
• 2 4+ years of network engineering experience
• Hands-on experience with Infoblox or other DDI platforms (DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
• Experience building, deploying, and troubleshooting automation solutions
• Experience working in hybrid environments (on-prem + cloud)
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP and networking fundamentals
• Proven troubleshooting skills in network and cloud environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Linux and scripting
• Familiarity with cloud networking troubleshooting
• Knowledge of enterprise security policies and best practices
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Exposure to ServiceNow (SNOW) development (plus)
• Network certifications (nice to have)

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to mentor and guide team members in automation practices
• Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving abilities
• Proactive mindset with a desire to learn and grow (DDI and load balancing)

Additional Notes

• Opportunity to grow into a DDI SME role
• Exposure to load balancing automation and advanced network services