Automation Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Posted 2 days ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Contract - W2

Skills

Network Engineering
API
Messaging
Artificial Intelligence
Documentation
Training
Palo Alto
Network Protocols
Object-Oriented Programming
Data Structure
Computer Networking
Network
Routing
Switches
TCP/IP
Configuration Management
Provisioning
Network Analysis
NETCONF
XML
JSON
MIT
DevOps
POSTMAN
API QA
Notepad++
PyCharm
Version Control
Git
Cloud Computing
Bash
Windows PowerShell
Performance Management
Project Management
Preventive Maintenance
Python
Scripting
JIRA
Cisco
DICE
Health Care
Manufacturing
Professional Services
Energy
Management
Recruiting
Regulatory Compliance
Managed Services
Value Engineering
Research
Customer Experience
Health Insurance
Insurance
Life Insurance
Payroll
Law

Job Details

Job Description: Accelerate Global Network Engineering journey to Infrastructure As A Service. Working closely to develop new API, Messaging Services, defining and implementing branch development techniques, leveraging AIOps, and AI Agents in conjunction with Neo's org. The goal would be to inspire the rest of the organization, globally by development of new services, reusable APIs, and provide documentation and training.

A software engineer specializing in Python and network automation for Cisco and Palo Alto devices requiring a strong foundation in programming, scripting, and network fundamentals. They need to be proficient in Python, understanding its syntax, data structures, and libraries for network automation like NAPALM. Additionally, knowledge of network protocols, and automation frameworks is crucial.

Python Proficiency: Python is the dominant language for network automation, so a solid understanding of its syntax, data types, and libraries is essential. This includes object-oriented programming concepts, function creation, and handling data structures.
Networking Knowledge: A deep understanding of network fundamentals is necessary, including routing, switching, TCP/IP, and security protocols.
Cisco Device Expertise: Familiarity with Cisco devices, including their configurations, APIs, and troubleshooting methods, is crucial.
Scripting and Automation: The ability to write scripts for automating tasks like configuration management, device provisioning, and network analysis is key.
APIs and Data Models: Working with Cisco's APIs (e.g., NETCONF, RESTCONF, XML, JSON) and data models (YANG, MIT) is essential for automating device management.
DevOps Tools: Experience with tools like Postman (for API testing), IDEs (Notepad++, Sublime, PyCharm), and lint tools is beneficial for efficient script development.
Additional Useful Skills: Experience with version control (e.g., Git), cloud computing, and scripting languages like Bash or PowerShell can also be valuable.

Typically requires a Bachelors Degree and minimum of 2-4 years directly relevant work experience Note: One of the following alternatives may be accepted: PhD or Law + 1 yr; Masters + 0-3 yrs; Associates degree + 1-3 yrs; High School + 3-5 yrs.
Comments for Suppliers: Atlanta Technology Center on site. Hybrid model, Mon-Thursday on site and Friday WHF
Team typically works 9a-6pm but could have some flexibility

Must have Python scripting experience
Familiarity with Cisco devices, including their configurations, APIs, and troubleshooting methods, is crucial.

Nice to Have:
Bachelors is nice to have but experience is more important to manager
Experience with Jira
Manager stated anyone that previously worked at Cisco would be great but not required.

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