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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Development Engineer - **Company:** US Tech Solutions - **Location:** Greater London, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Secure Shell (SSH), Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Border Gateway Protocol, C++ (Programming Language), Configuration Management, Profiling, Complex Networks, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Computer Engineering, Continuous Integration, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol, Software Debugging, Linux, DevOps, Distributed Systems, Django Web Framework, Domain Name System (DNS), IPv4, IPv6, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Architecture, Networking Basics, Performance Tuning, Ansible, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Delivery Pipeline, Juniper, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Puppet, Cisco - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2833355797-network-development-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. * 7-10 years of experience in Software Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Network Engineering, or Test Automation. * Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), Go, Java, or C++. * Experience developing software on Linux-based platforms. * Hands-on experience building automation for network provisioning, deployment, and operations. * Strong understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, BGP, MPLS, IS-IS, SSH, DHCP, and DNS. * Experience working with networking platforms such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Nokia, Ciena, or Infinera. * Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools and applying AI to engineering workflows. Preferred Skills * Experience with DevOps, CI/CD, Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP), monitoring, remediation, and deployment systems. * Experience with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. * Knowledge of Django, SQL, distributed systems, and large-scale infrastructure. * Experience with software and network debugging, profiling, and performance optimization. ## Description We are looking for an experienced Network Production Engineer to join a team responsible for designing, provisioning, deploying, and scaling one of the world's largest and most complex network infrastructures. In this role, you will design and develop automation, tooling, and testing frameworks that enable the seamless integration of next-generation routing, switching, and optical platforms into production. Working alongside highly skilled engineers, you will build production-grade software, AI-powered automation, and scalable systems that support a global network serving millions of users., * Design and develop automation, tools, and workflows for network provisioning, deployment, and platform integration. * Build AI-powered end-to-end test automation frameworks for validating switches, routers, optical devices, and network software. * Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines for continuous qualification and deployment. * Develop automation for platform provisioning, configuration management, and deployment workflows. * Investigate and troubleshoot complex issues across network infrastructure, hardware, software, and automation systems. * Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to qualify new platforms and support production rollouts. * Leverage AI tools to enhance automation, software development, and engineering productivity. * Support the deployment, maintenance, and scaling of large-scale network infrastructure. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [IoT: The road to sustainability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/557-iot-the-road-to-sustainability) - [IP Authentication: A Tale of Performance Pitfalls and Challenges in Prod](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1413-ip-authentication-a-tale-of-performance-pitfalls-and-challenges-in-prod) - [Unlocking the potential of Digital & IT at Vodafone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/602-unlocking-the-potential-of-digital-it-at-vodafone) - [Computer Vision from the Edge to the Cloud done easy](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/263-computer-vision-from-the-edge-to-the-cloud-done-easy) - [Your Infrastructure Is Not a Playground: AI Agents for Infra Done Right](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2084-your-infrastructure-is-not-a-playground-ai-agents-for-infra-done-right) ## Related Articles - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)