Network Automation Lead

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We’re hiring a Network Automation Lead for one of the UK’s most innovative and high-performance internet service providers, headquartered in Central London. This is a rare opportunity to take technical ownership of cutting-edge automation efforts within a dynamic software engineering environment — while remaining deeply embedded in the networking domain.

The Role

You’ll join the Software Network Automation team, a specialist function focused on building scalable, reliable automation for network configuration and provisioning. Your work will drive forward zero-touch provisioning, automate network engine functions, and improve delivery speeds across one of the UK's most advanced carrier-grade networks.

You will:

• Take technical ownership of the network automation platform
• Work hands-on with Python to build robust, scalable automation pipelines
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Networks, COO, and the broader build team
• Partner with Network Engineers to design and implement solutions
• Own the codebase (90% coding), with a small element of architecture/design (10%)
• Influence planning, architecture proposals, and team direction

What You’ll Need

• Strong Python programming experience (this is a software engineering role focused on networks)
• Previous experience working in network automation environments (config automation, network engines, provisioning tools)
• Understanding of zero-touch provisioning principles
• Strong appreciation for network engineering (you'll be working side-by-side with top-tier network engineers)
• Proactive, collaborative approach with the confidence to lead from the front

What’s on Offer

• Up to £95,000 base salary
• Full ownership of key projects in a mission-critical space
• Work directly with senior leadership (Head of Networks, COO)
• Be at the heart of both software engineering and network operations
• Modern, energetic Central London office (5 days a week onsite)

If you're a Python expert with a passion for networking and a desire to lead automation in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, this could be your ideal next move.

Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat.

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Industries Telecommunications

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