Senior Network Automation Engineer

Description:

Network Automation Engineer II | Build Solutions That Scale

Location: Remote US | Atlanta Office

Take Your Network Automation Skills to the Next Level

Have you been using automation as part of your networking toolkit and ready to make it your focus? Join Itential's Professional Services team as a Network Automation Engineer II, where you'll lead customer implementations and build sophisticated multi-domain automation solutions for enterprise clients.

Your Impact At Itential:

As a Network Automation Engineer II, you'll lead customer projects implementing Itential software across complex multi-domain networks. You'll build and deploy automation solutions that handle everything from firewall rule creation to load balancer management, site onboarding to software upgrades. Working directly with clients, you'll translate their priorities into technical solutions using Python, Ansible, Terraform, and our platform. Your implementations will integrate with major systems like ServiceNow, AWS, Cisco, Palo Alto, and F5. You'll collaborate across internal teams to ensure customer success and contribute to product improvements based on field experience.

Current Stack:

Technologies You'll Work With:

• Ansible, Python, Jinja2 templating, Terraform
• REST APIs, JSON, SSH protocols
• Multi-vendor networks: Cisco, Arista, Palo Alto, F5
• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
• Enterprise systems: ServiceNow, Infoblox, NetBox
• CI/CD pipelines, Git, Confluence, Jira
  
  

What Makes You Our Ideal Engineer:

Core Skills We Need: ? 3+ years of hands-on network automation experience ? Proficiency in Python, Ansible, and Linux environments ? Deep understanding of multi-vendor network configurations ? Experience with REST APIs and infrastructure platforms ? Strong customer communication and project delivery skills ? Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field

Bonus Points For:

• Terraform and cloud networking expertise
• Experience with the Itential Platform
• Industry certifications in networking or automation
• Background in professional services delivery
  
  

Why Network Automation Engineers Thrive At Itential:

At Itential, you'll work on challenging enterprise automation projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in network infrastructure. Your solutions will directly impact how Fortune 500 companies operate their networks, driving millions in operational savings. We offer true remote-first flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere in the US or from our Atlanta office. You'll collaborate with talented engineers and architects who are passionate about solving complex automation challenges. The rapidly expanding field of network automation ensures continuous learning and career growth opportunities.

What's In It For You:

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement planning
• PTO and flexible work arrangements
• Challenging enterprise automation projects
• Up to 20% travel to customer sites
  
  

Ready to Advance Your Network Automation Career?

If you're passionate about building automation solutions that transform enterprise infrastructure and want to work with a team that values innovation, ownership, and customer impact - we should talk.

Apply now and let's discuss how you'll help unlock the true potential of network automation for enterprises worldwide.

We believe diverse perspectives drive the best solutions. If you're excited about this role but don't check every box, we still want to hear from you!

This is a direct hire position. No third parties, recruiters, or staffing firms accepted.

Itential provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in information technology, telecommunication, computer science, related field required or relevant experience required
  
  

Experience:

• 3+ years in Network Automation required
  
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in Ansible, Linux, Python Scripting, Jinja2, REST APIs, JSON, SSH
• Understanding of network devices and configurations across Firewalls, switches, routers, cloud networks, load balancers, etc. with vendors such as: Palo Alto, F5, Cisco, Arista
• Familiar with infrastructure and change management platforms such as: Infoblox, NetBox, ServiceNow
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively work with clients
• Problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach in identifying and delivering automation opportunities
• Strong organizational skills with a commitment to delivering quality solutions
  
  

Technical Requirements:

• Confluence, Jira, Git, Pipelines
  
  

Certifications/Licenses:

• None required
  
  

Education:

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry certifications in networking or automation
  
  

Experience:

• Knowledge of Terraform and cloud networking environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Hands-on experience with the Itential Platform
  
  

Skills:

• Experience with additional automation frameworks and tools