Automation Engineer - CISCO
Posted 1 day ago by 1749890591
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
England
Summary: The Automation Engineer role focuses on creating engaging learning materials centered on automation and programmability for IT professionals. The position requires collaboration with subject matter experts to develop online courses, training materials, and technical content. The ideal candidate should possess a DevNet certification and have experience in network automation. This is a fully remote contract position expected to last over 12 months, with a possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop learning content (courses, blogs, training materials, labs).
- Collaborate with SMEs to ensure accuracy and relevance.
- Translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand content.
- Apply adult learning principles for effective training.
- Stay updated on Enterprise Networking and Service Provider technologies.
- Advocate for automation and programmability in Cisco solutions.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years in software development (Python, Go, PHP, Node, C++, Java).
- Experience with REST APIs and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Terraform).
- Knowledge of Networking Technologies (TCP/IP, Routing, Switching, Security).
- Linux system administration (2+ years) & version control systems (Git, Subversion).
- Familiarity with CI/CD methodologies and VMware (ESXi, vCenter).
- Strong communication, instructional design, and technical training skills.
Salary (Rate): Up to £0.00 per annum
City: undetermined
Country: England
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Automation Engineer | Learning | Content | CISCO | Software Development
CONTRACT DETAILS:
Role: Automation Engineer
Day Rate: Competitive
Location: Fully Remote
Duration: 12+ months (likely to extend)
We are urgently seeking an Automation Engineer with a DevNet certification (DEVASC or DEVCOR) and network automation experience.
About the Role:
You will create engaging learning materials focused on automation and programmability for IT professionals. This includes developing online courses, instructor-led training, tutorials, labs, and technical content. You will work closely with subject matter experts (SMEs) to simplify complex technical concepts and explore AI-driven content development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop learning content (courses, blogs, training materials, labs).
- Collaborate with SMEs to ensure accuracy and relevance.
- Translate technical concepts into easy-to-understand content.
- Apply adult learning principles for effective training.
- Stay updated on Enterprise Networking and Service Provider technologies.
- Advocate for automation and programmability in Cisco solutions.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years in software development (Python, Go, PHP, Node, C++, Java).
- Experience with REST APIs and automation tools (Ansible, Puppet, Terraform).
- Knowledge of Networking Technologies (TCP/IP, Routing, Switching, Security).
- Linux system administration (2+ years) & version control systems (Git, Subversion).
- Familiarity with CI/CD methodologies and VMware (ESXi, vCenter).
- Strong communication, instructional design, and technical training skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cisco DevNet (Associate, Professional, or Specialist) certification.
- Experience with Cisco hardware/software solutions.
- CCNA or CCNP certification.
- Open-source contributions (GitHub, GitLab).
- Presentation and video content creation skills.
This role is ideal for a self-starter who is passionate about network automation, training, and AI-driven content development.
If this seems like the role for you, and you're interested, then please apply with your most up-to-date CV for immediate review
Automation Engineer | Learning | Content | CISCO | Software Development
