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# Network Automation Engineer IP-INFRA

- **Company:** Ericsson
- **Location:** Maastricht, Netherlands
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Data Centers, Internet Protocol, Python (Programming Language), Network Planning and Design, Ansible, Information Technology, Api Design, Open Network Automation Platform, Cisco
- **Published:** October 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.nl/job/nlfc93348925e894330656a233edff1610/eaa

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, Telecommunications, Engineering, or a related technical field.
 * Relevant Cisco certifications (CCNP, CCDP, DevNet, or equivalent) or willingness to obtain them.
 * Minimum 5 years of experience in IP networking, infrastructure engineering, or network automation.
 * Proven experience developing automation solutions using Python and Ansible.
 * Experience working with automation frameworks, APIs, and modern DevOps methodologies.
 * Strong hands-on experience with network design, implementation, migration, and operational support.
 * Experience working in complex Service Provider, Enterprise, or Data Center environments.
 * Strong analytical mindset with a structured and detail-oriented approach to solving complex problems.
 * Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
 * Fluency in English.
 * Dutch language skills are considered a strong advantage.

## Description

Are you an experienced network engineer who enjoys working on complex IP infrastructure in a real customer environment? We are looking for a Network automation engineer IP-infra to strengthen our team in Maastricht. In this role, you will work across the full lifecycle of IP network solutions: from design and lab validation to integration, implementation, and final acceptance. You will join a skilled team of telecom and IT professionals, work with modern technologies, and help deliver reliable, high-impact network solutions for our customers.
What you will do?
As a Network Automation Engineer IP-INFRA, you will:

 * Design, implement, and maintain and automat network solutions within IP infrastructure environments.
 * Translate high-level and low-level designs into robust implementation plans and technical configurations.
 * Develop and maintain network automation frameworks using Python, Ansible, and modern API-driven technologies.
 * Build, configure, and maintain lab environments for testing, validation, and proof-of-concept activities.
 * Execute network changes in compliance with change management and operational excellence practices.
 * Analyze network performance, conduct capacity planning, and identify opportunities for optimization.
 * Support deployment and operations teams with advanced technical expertise and troubleshooting.
 * Lead technical discussions with customers and provide guidance on architecture, automation strategies, and technology choices.
 * Develop technical documentation, solution designs, presentations, and customer proposals.
 * Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams.