Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NTT Global Data Centers operates data centers worldwide and provides infrastructure supporting digital businesses. The Sr. Network and Automation Engineer will drive network automation initiatives across enterprise and data center environments by developing automation frameworks, Infrastructure as Code solutions, configuration management processes, and operational workflows. The role also involves integrating network infrastructure with enterprise platforms, mentoring technical teams, and improving operational efficiency and reliability.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration management, compliance validation, monitoring, and operational processes
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and network automation frameworks using scripting and programming languages such as Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies
- Create automated workflows and orchestration processes for network deployments, upgrades, lifecycle management, and remediation activities
- Integrate network infrastructure with enterprise platforms, monitoring systems, source-of-truth repositories, CMDBs, and ITSM tools
- Develop and maintain automation standards, templates, and reusable code libraries to ensure consistency across network environments
- Implement automated compliance and configuration validation processes to ensure adherence to security and operational standards
- Participate in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of automation platforms, orchestration tools, and emerging technologies
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and implement solutions that improve operational efficiency and service delivery
- Maintain technical documentation related to automation frameworks, workflows, standards, and operational procedures
- Mentor engineers and technical teams on automation best practices, coding standards, and DevOps methodologies
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through automation, data analysis, and operational metrics reporting
Skills
- * Strong understanding of network automation, orchestration, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies
- * Experience developing automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, or similar technologies
- * Knowledge of source code management platforms such as Git and software development lifecycle best practices
- * Understanding of API-driven network management, RESTful APIs, data modeling, and automation frameworks
- * Experience with configuration management, compliance automation, and network source-of-truth platforms
- * Knowledge of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing methodologies
- * Ability to analyze operational processes and develop automated solutions that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
- * Multi-homed ISP (BGP) & IPV6
- * Routing & Switching
- * Firewall & Load Balancer
- * IDS/IPS
- * Packet Capture (Wireshark)
- * Wireless
- * Linux & Windows
- * Advanced Monitoring Concepts
- * VOIP/voice and IP carrier circuits
- * Internet Protocols (DNS, SMTP, SNMP, SSH, Telnet)
- * Strong verbal and written communication skills, technical writing and documentation
- * Strong Diagramming (Visio) skills
- * Shell Scripting
- * Packet Analysis and network troubleshooting
- * Strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
- * Ability to lead and participate in projects that cross multiple technical disciplines
- * Ability to develop technical standards and designs for projects
- * Ability to white-board and intelligently discuss concepts
- * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- * 10+ years of enterprise networking experience
- * 2+ years of experience in network automation, architecture, or infrastructure engineering leadership roles
- * Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending
- * Able to hear and speak on the telephone
- * Close visual work on a computer terminal
- * Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
- * Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as business needs require
- * Ability to support critical initiatives outside normal business hours when required
Benefits
- This is a remote position.
- A monthly stipend is provided to cover expenses associated with working remotely and use of a personal mobile device, if applicable.
- All regular full-time employees are eligible for an annual bonus; payout is dependent upon individual and company performance.
- Employees receive paid time-off, medical, dental, and vision benefits, life and supplemental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending account, and 401k retirement plan to create a rich Total Rewards package.
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