Network Automation Engineer

Job Category: Technology and IT
Job Type: Remote
Job Location: United States
Company Name: Itential

About Itential
Itential is transforming the way enterprises automate their networks. Our award-winning platform powers automation across firewalls, load balancers, cloud networks, and compliance systems, helping global enterprises achieve unprecedented agility and ROI. With cutting-edge technologies, patented solutions, and a culture of innovation, we empower engineers to lead the future of multi-domain network automation.


About the Role: Network Automation Engineer III

As a Network Automation Engineer III (Senior Solutions Expert), you’ll take the lead on complex enterprise automation projects while guiding and mentoring junior engineers. This senior-level role blends deep technical expertise, solution design, and customer leadership, making you the go-to expert for high-impact implementations.

You’ll design and implement automation strategies across multi-domain infrastructures, influence product development with field insights, and represent Itential’s technical excellence in customer engagements.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead advanced automation projects for enterprise clients.

  • Design and implement orchestration architectures across multi-domain networks.

  • Build automation for firewalls, load balancers, and cloud-native networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Develop and optimize advanced Python and Ansible frameworks.

  • Drive Terraform-based IaC deployments.

  • Integrate with key platforms such as ServiceNow, Infoblox, NetBox, and vendor ecosystems (Palo Alto, F5, Cisco, Arista).

  • Mentor junior engineers and provide leadership in technical workshops.

  • Collaborate with architects on solution design and influence product roadmap.


Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years leading network automation initiatives.

  • Expert-level skills in Python, Ansible, APIs (REST/JSON), and Linux.

  • Proven experience with enterprise-scale automation projects.

  • Strong multi-vendor, multi-domain networking knowledge.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and client engagement skills.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Telecommunications, or equivalent experience.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Terraform and cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP).

  • Familiarity with the Itential Platform.

  • Cloud certifications or advanced automation certifications.

  • Prior experience leading technical teams or publishing automation thought leadership.


Why Join Itential?

  • Lead transformational projects for top enterprises.

  • Direct influence on product development and industry best practices.

  • Recognition for your expertise through senior-level compensation and visibility.

  • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and flexible work arrangements.

  • Leadership opportunities and mentorship responsibilities.

  • Up to 25% travel for strategic customer engagements.


Tools & Platforms

  • Git, Pipelines, Jira, Confluence.

  • Network vendors: Palo Alto, Cisco, F5, Arista.

  • Change management tools: ServiceNow, Infoblox, NetBox.


Diversity & Inclusion

Itential is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe diverse perspectives drive better outcomes and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply—even if you don’t check every box.


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