An iconic Financial Services provider is seeking a Senior Network Automation Engineer with strong Python and Ansible skills to join their team on an initial twelve month contract. Joining a dynamic network automation team which sits across a number of other SME networking teams, you will contribute towards the team’s expanding network automation efforts. You will do this by performing data discovery and analysis, creating new and repurposing existing Ansible module and plug ins to help out the build of tools and catalogue items for the different SME networking team’s consumption. You will bring a technical background in networking (routing / switching, F5, firewalls etc) combined with strong Python scripting skills and advanced knowledge and experience using Ansible (Ansible Tower, AWX, AAP). To be successful in this role you will need: Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications Proven network automation experience gained within large, enterprise environments Strong knowledge of core networking (BGP, OSPF etc) and network security infrastructure such as firewalls (Juniper SRX, Fortinet, Checkpoint or Palo Alto) and load balancers (F5) Strong Python scripting skills Advanced knowledge and experience using using Ansible (Ansible Tower, AWX, AAP). Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong teamwork and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work independently as required This is a Sydney-based role where you will be required to be in their office at least two – three days per week. An attractive daily rate is on offer to the right candidate. To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online today!