Network Engineer

Job Title Network Automation Engineer

Cisco SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) and Python Automation Role/Job Summary We are looking for a Network Automation Engineer who combines deep Cisco routing and switching expertise with strong Python-based automation capability. The role focuses on designing, configuring, optimising and troubleshooting Cisco SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) fabrics and service-provider routing scenarios, while automating configuration, validation and test execution end to end.

The engineer will work in a client-facing, multi-vendor and multicultural environment, using Git for version control and Jira for collaboration and delivery tracking. Key Responsibilities • Configure, optimise and troubleshoot Cisco SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) environments, including interoperability with OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) and BGP (Border Gateway Protocol). • Validate service-provider routing scenarios covering IP/MPLS (Internet Protocol / Multi-Protocol Label Switching), BNG (Broadband Network Gateway) and L3VPN (Layer 3 Virtual Private Network).

• Develop Python scripts to automate device configuration, testing and day-to-day operational processes, reducing manual effort and configuration drift. • Build and execute automated test cases, including traffic stream configuration using Spirent TestCenter. • Diagnose and resolve issues spanning Python code, network configuration and virtualised infrastructure running on VMware ESXi (Elastic Sky X Integrated). • Analyse, verify and optimise client requirements, translating them into implementable network and automation designs. • Maintain code and configuration quality using Git for version control, and collaborate on delivery through Jira. • Produce clear technical documentation, test evidence and knowledge-transfer material for client and internal stakeholders. Must-Have Skills • Strong hands-on expertise in Cisco IOS (Internetwork Operating System) and multi-vendor routing and switching. • Practical experience in Cisco SD-WAN (Software-Defined Wide Area Network) configuration, optimisation and troubleshooting.

• Depth in service-provider routing: MPLS (Multi-Protocol Label Switching), BGP (Border Gateway Protocol), OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) and L3VPN (Layer 3 Virtual Private Network). • Proficiency in Python for network automation and test automation. • Working experience with Git for version control and Jira for collaboration. • Mandatory Cisco certifications: CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) and CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional). • Strong client-facing communication skills with professional English proficiency in a multicultural environment.