Network Automation Engineer
Posted Today by Sincera Technologies, Inc.
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote
Summary: The Network Automation Engineer role requires a hands-on professional with expertise in fiber access technologies and Python development. The candidate will engage directly with network devices to analyze configurations and create automation solutions aimed at optimizing telecom access network operations. This position emphasizes collaboration with engineering and operations teams to enhance network efficiency and security.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work directly with access network devices (ONTs and OLTs) to analyze configurations and operational data
- Develop and implement Python-based automation scripts based on live device insights
- Troubleshoot and optimize fiber access network performance
- Interface with central office and customer premises equipment environments
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve network efficiency and automation coverage
- Ensure secure and compliant access to network infrastructure
Key Skills:
- Strong hands-on experience with ONT (Optical Network Terminal) infrastructure (primarily in central office environments)
- OLT (Optical Line Terminal) systems at customer or field locations
- Proven experience in Python programming for automation and scripting
- Ability to independently access devices, interpret configurations, and develop solutions
- Familiarity with telecom access network deployments
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Network Automation Engineer with deep expertise in fiber access technologies and strong Python development skills. The ideal candidate will work directly with network devices, analyze real-time configurations, and develop automation solutions to optimize operations in a telecom access network environment.
Key Responsibilities
Work directly with access network devices (ONTs and OLTs) to analyze configurations and operational data
- Develop and implement Python-based automation scripts based on live device insights
Troubleshoot and optimize fiber access network performance
Interface with central office and customer premises equipment environments
Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to improve network efficiency and automation coverage
Ensure secure and compliant access to network infrastructure
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- ONT (Optical Network Terminal) infrastructure (primarily in central office environments)
- OLT (Optical Line Terminal) systems at customer or field locations
- Proven experience in Python programming for automation and scripting
- Ability to independently access devices, interpret configurations, and develop solutions
- Familiarity with telecom access network deployments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Nokia and/or Calix network equipment
- Background working on Verizon-like environments or similar (e.g., VNM-type roles)
- Knowledge of network provisioning, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Candidate Profile
- Highly hands-on and comfortable working directly with network devices
- Self-driven and capable of translating observations into automation solutions
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally