Job Description

Job Tittle: Python Developer (Automation)/ Python Automation developer

Location: Chester - 3 days a week onsite

Contract: 12 months

Rate: Highly competitive

Status: Inside IR35

Working pattern: Full time

Are you passionate about Python and automation? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and creating efficient solutions? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to make a real impact!

Join Our Dynamic Team!

We are looking for a talented Python Automation Developer to join our vibrant team! This is a fantastic chance to work on innovative projects while collaborating with a group of enthusiastic professionals who share your passion for technology.

Required Skills

Strong Python programming skills with experience developing automation tools and operational workflows.

Working knowledge of Django for developing and maintaining internal operational platforms, APIs, and automation services.

Experience consuming and integrating REST APIs and working with JSON/XML data formats.

Familiarity with infrastructure automation and configuration management tools such as Ansible.

Network Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, Network Automation, or Site Reliability Engineering

Experience working in Linux environments, including troubleshooting and system administration tasks.

Understanding monitoring, telemetry, observability, and event management platforms.

Hands-on experience with Git and collaborative development practices.

Preferred Skills

Experience building automation for Network Operations Centres (NOC) or Infrastructure Operations teams.

Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and practices.

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines supporting infrastructure and automation deployments.

Understanding of event-driven automation, self-healing workflows, and operational orchestration.

Knowledge of ServiceNow integration, operational tooling, or workflow automation platforms.

Exposure to data analytics, network telemetry, or operational reporting.

Solid understanding of enterprise networking concepts including Routing and Switching, TCP/IP, Wireless Networking, Cisco SD-WAN, Network Security fundamentals

Experience with network automation frameworks and libraries such as Netmiko, Paramiko

What You'll Do:

As a Python Automation Developer, you will:

Design, develop, and implement automation scripts using Python to streamline operations.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and requirements.

Troubleshoot and debug existing automation solutions to enhance performance and efficiency.

Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practises.

Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Stay updated with the latest trends and technologies in automation and Python development.

Why Join Us?

Work in a supportive and friendly environment where your ideas are valued.

Engage with exciting projects that challenge your skills and ignite your creativity.

Enjoy flexible working hours and a culture that promotes work-life balance.

Collaborate with a diverse team of professionals who are passionate about what they do.

Opportunities for professional growth and development!How to Apply:

Ready to take the leap? Send us your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you'd be a great fit for our team! Don't miss out on this chance to shine as a Python Automation Developer.

Application Deadline: [Insert Deadline]

We can't wait to meet you and explore the exciting possibilities together! Let's automate the future!

Join us in our mission to innovate and automate! Your journey starts here!

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