Python Developer with Network Engineering concepts

What this person will do is: Write Python code to extract data from tens of thousands of networking devices (routers, switches, hubs, firewalls, access points, bridges, repeaters, load balances, etc.) from all over the world. They will then use this data to analyze how to improve the international companies networks to improve performance and identify faults. Since this person is interacting constantly with networking engineers, they have to understand the networking concepts.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Python with the ability to design, develop, and maintain new applications, as well as enhance and support an existing automation toolset.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP) and concepts such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), VLANs, and routing.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible Tower or Ansible Automation Platform, including the ability to create and manage automation playbooks for network configuration, changes, and validation.
• 8 -10 years of relevant experience in network automation, scripting, and related technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of RESTful API principles, including HTTP methods, request/response handling, authentication mechanisms
• Experience with version control systems like Git (BitBucket/GitHub).
• Knowledge of software lifecycle principles and practices, integrating automation into a continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline.
• Knowledge of database management systems like MongoDB for storing and retrieving data.
• Problem-solving skills to identify automation opportunities and optimize existing workflows.
• Ability to write clear and concise documentation for users and fellow developers.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in frameworks like Flask or Django for building APIs.
• Relevant certifications in Networking (CCNA/CCNP) or RedHat Ansible.