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Senior Network Automation Engineer

Oscar Associates LimitedWest Midlands, UK🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 15 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers significant technical leadership and the opportunity to shape a large-scale network automation program, perfect for an experienced engineer who thrives on influencing project direction and delivering impactful solutions. You'll leverage your Python and Ansible expertise across diverse network platforms while enjoying a competitive daily rate, making this an excellent chance to advance your career.

Quick Overview

Salary
£650 - £700/mo
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Temporary/Casual
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Senior Automation Engineer | £650-£700p/day (Inside IR35) | West Midlands (Hybrid) | 6 months (initially) | Stakeholder management/ Comfortable with network platforms

We are looking for a Senior Automation Engineer to play a key role in a large-scale network automation programme. This is a hands on technical leadership role where you'll shape the direction of the project and deliver high quality automation solutions.

This is not just a delivery role. You will be a core part of the project, influencing how automation is built and deployed, while working closely with engineers and stakeholders across the programme.

Key responsibilities:

  • Designing and developing automation using Ansible and Python in production environments
  • Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to support reliable and repeatable deployments
  • Working across network platforms including Cisco, Fortinet, and F5
  • Acting as a technical lead within the team and shaping delivery
  • Supporting training and knowledge transfer to ensure long-term capability is built

What we're looking for:

  • Strong background in network automation, ideally from a network engineering foundation
  • 5+ years' experience with Ansible in production environments
  • 5+ years' experience using Python for automation and integration
  • Experience managing and building CI/CD pipelines
  • Hands-on experience with Cisco, Fortinet, and F5 technologies
  • Comfortable working directly with stakeholders and playing a visible role in the project

Desirables:

  • Experience in regulated sectors

If this sounds like a good fit, apply now as interviews commence imminently!

Senior Automation Engineer | £650-£700p/day (Inside IR35) | West Midlands (Hybrid) | 6 months (initially) | Stakeholder management/ Comfortable with network platforms

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Skills

Ansible
Python
Stakeholder Management

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