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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Network Support & Automation Engineer - **Company:** Ampcus Inc - **Location:** Salt Lake City, UT, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Analysis, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Software Design Documents, DevOps, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, Github, Monitoring of Systems, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Networking Hardware, Multi-protocol Systems, Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, Network Layer, Multicasting, Network Configuration and Change Management, Netconf, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Routing, Network Service, Packet Analyzer, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Peering, Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansible, Runbook, Simple Network Management Protocols, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Wireshark, Wide Area Networks, Wireless Access Point, Network Routers, Scripting, Computer Networking Systems, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Computer Network Operations, Computer Network Technologies, ARUBA, Reliability of Systems, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Juniper, Gitlab, Git, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Network Support, Palo Alto Networks, Restful APIs, Terraform, Open Network Automation Platform, Splunk, Software Version Control, Cisco, Jenkins - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88288388/1 ## About the Role The ideal candidate will possess deep networking knowledge across routing, switching, WAN, MPLS, and security technologies, along with strong scripting and programming skills in Python, Go, or similar languages. The candidate will design and implement automation solutions leveraging tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Git, and CI/CD pipelines to streamline network operations, provisioning, configuration management, compliance, and monitoring., * 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise or service provider network environments. * Strong knowledge of networking technologies and protocols: + TCP/IP + BGP + OSPF + EIGRP + MPLS + RIP + SNMP + Multicast + HSRP + STP + VSS + Carrier Circuits + WAN Technologies * Hands-on experience troubleshooting routing, switching, WAN, and MPLS environments. * Experience with packet capture and protocol analysis tools such as Wireshark. Automation & Software Development * Strong scripting and programming experience with: + Python (preferred) + Go + PowerShell + Bash/Shell + Similar automation languages * Experience building network automation solutions leveraging APIs, NETCONF, RESTCONF, SSH, or SDKs. * Hands-on experience with: + Ansible + Terraform + Git/GitHub/GitLab + Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD, or similar CI/CD platforms * Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps methodologies. * Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing, and version control practices. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Cisco, Aruba, Juniper, Palo Alto, or similar enterprise networking platforms. * Experience supporting cloud networking environments (Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud). * Familiarity with network automation frameworks such as: + Netmiko + Nornir + PyATS + Nautobot + Cisco NSO * Experience with telemetry, observability, and network analytics platforms. * Knowledge of container technologies and DevOps practices. * Professional certifications preferred: + CCNP/CCIE + JNCIP/JNCIE + DevNet Professional + Terraform Associate + AWS/Azure Networking Certifications ## Description We are seeking a highly skilled Network Support & Automation Engineer responsible for supporting, troubleshooting, and automating enterprise and carrier-grade network environments. This role combines advanced network operations expertise with software development and automation capabilities to improve network reliability, scalability, operational efficiency, and service delivery., Network Operations & Support * Troubleshoot and support complex enterprise and carrier-grade network environments. * Analyze and troubleshoot Layer 2 and Layer 3 network issues across LAN, WAN, and Datacenter infrastructures. * Troubleshoot and configure network devices utilizing routing and switching protocols including: + BGP + EIGRP + OSPF + MPLS + HSRP + STP + Multicast + VSS * Analyze and troubleshoot private IP/MPLS carrier networks utilizing BGP peering. * Support sophisticated WAN architectures including Customer Edge (CE) routers, BGP routing policies, QoS configurations, and traffic engineering. * Perform packet capture analysis and network traffic discovery to identify root causes and drive incident resolution. * Troubleshoot network systems including: + Routers + Switches + Firewalls + Wireless Access Points + Load Balancers + Proxy Solutions * Monitor network health, performance, availability, and capacity utilizing SNMP and monitoring platforms. * Participate in 24x7 operational support and incident response activities. * Coordinate with Datacenter technicians and external vendors to diagnose and resolve hardware-related issues including ports, cables, optics, modules, and network devices. Network Automation & Engineering * Design, develop, and maintain network automation frameworks to reduce manual intervention and improve operational efficiency. * Develop and maintain automation solutions using: + Python + Go + Bash/Shell Scripting + REST APIs * Create reusable automation workflows for: + Configuration deployment + Compliance validation + Network provisioning + Device inventory management + Backup and recovery + Software upgrades + Health checks * Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions utilizing: + Ansible + Terraform * Develop automation pipelines integrating network infrastructure with modern DevOps practices. * Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, validation, deployment, and rollback of network configurations. * Utilize Git-based version control for infrastructure code, automation scripts, and network configurations. * Build automated compliance and configuration drift detection mechanisms. * Integrate network tools, telemetry platforms, and APIs to improve monitoring, observability, and operational analytics. * Develop automation dashboards and reporting systems to track network performance, incidents, and automation success metrics. Monitoring, Analytics & Tooling * Analyze network utilization, performance metrics, configurations, and logs using tools such as: + Splunk + HPNA + Netdisco + Aruba Mobility Master + Pulse + Synapse + Cyrus + Forward Tool * Monitor network alerts and incidents through enterprise monitoring platforms. * Utilize SNMP monitoring platforms such as EMC SMARTS and similar enterprise monitoring systems. * Perform proactive capacity planning, trend analysis, and performance optimization. Collaboration & Continuous Improvement * Collaborate with Infrastructure, Security, Cloud, Application, and DevOps teams to improve network service delivery. * Participate in architecture reviews and automation strategy initiatives. * Create technical documentation, runbooks, standard operating procedures, and automation design documents. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, operational efficiency, and reduction of manual tasks. ## 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) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [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) - [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) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Embracing the Hybrid Cloud: Unlocking Success with Ansible](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/932-embracing-the-hybrid-cloud-unlocking-success-with-ansible) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers)