Job Type: Contract

Duration: 3 months rolling

Location: Reading & Remote

Pay Rate: TBC Inside IR35

We are a cutting-edge company in the telecommunications sector, seeking an experienced Network Automation Developer on a contract basis. In this role, you will work on complex network automation projects to drive operational efficiency in telecommunications networks. We are looking for an expert in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with Python, with extensive hands-on experience in Kubernetes and Docker for network services in containerized environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop network automation solutions using Python with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles to optimize telecommunications network functions.
• Implement and manage network automation workflows using Kubernetes and Docker for container orchestration and deployment.
• Collaborate with network engineers and architects to build automation scripts that streamline network operations and ensure high performance.
• Automate network functions, protocols (eg, TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS, VLANs), and services, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Integrate Python automation scripts with existing network management platforms and cloud-native environments.
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and continuously improve automation processes for large-scale, complex telecommunications networks.
• Stay current with industry trends and new technologies to innovate and enhance network automation practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Network Automation Developer in the telecommunications industry.
• Expert-level proficiency in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with Python.
• Deep knowledge and hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker for containerized network services and orchestration.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (eg, TCP/IP, BGP, MPLS, VLANs) and telecommunications network architecture.
• Familiarity with automation tools like Ansible, Netmiko, or Nornir.
• Experience with cloud-based networking environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) is desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex network automation issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced contract environment.
• Self-driven and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.