Infrastructure Engineer

Network Automation Engineer (Python / Ansible) About the Role We are seeking an experienced automation professional to streamline our infrastructure processes. The ideal candidate is either a Python Developer who has automated repetitive tasks within network, compute, or middleware environments (ideally writing Ansible modules or Terraform providers), or a Network/Compute Engineer with strong scripting and low-level configuration automation experience. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Automation: Develop and implement automation for plant management and certification using Python and Ansible. API Integration: Build and extend APIs to deliver scalable, infrastructure-on-demand solutions. Automated Testing: Perform and automate lab-based testing for new hardware and software certifications. Solution Design: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to capture business requirements and architect effective technical solutions. Required Skills & Experience Automation & Scripting: Proven experience automating the installation, configuration, or management of infrastructure using Python, Ansible, Shell, or similar languages. Networking Expertise: Deep understanding of networking concepts and protocols across all layers (TCP/IP, BGP, HTTP, SSL, etc.). Systems & Architecture: Familiarity with distributed web applications and their underlying infrastructure. OS Proficiency: High comfort level working in a Linux-based command-line environment. Advanced Level: Must be capable of operating at an advanced (P3) level in network process automation. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy