Job Description

Automation Engineer

Location:

BostonMassachusetts

Date Posted:

5/19/2025

Employment Type:

Consulting

Recruiter:

Clayton Minnich

Recruiter Email:

clayton.minnich@avidtr.com

Job ID:

JN -052025-17248

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and deploy automation solutions to streamline IT operations and service fulfillment
  • Develop and maintain monitoring and reporting systems
  • Write and manage scripts and integrations using modern automation frameworks
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement high-impact infrastructure improvements
  • Support 24/7 business continuity efforts as needed
  • Contribute to evolving business needs through flexible and proactive project support
Minimum Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of experience with automation, scripting, or web development
  • 10+ years in networking or systems administration
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
  • Deep experience with automation infrastructure, monitoring systems, and reporting solutions
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (4 additional years may substitute for degree)
Preferred Skills & Experience:
  • Certification in automation or DevOps methodologies
  • Proven ability to deliver high-visibility technical projects
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Technical Skills:
  • Programming/Scripting: Python, Perl, Shell, SQL
  • Automation: Ansible, Chef, Puppet
  • APIs and Protocols: REST, XML, NETCONF
  • Web Frameworks: Experience with modern web development stacks
  • Network Automation: Netmiko, Napalm, Nornir
  • DCIM Tools: Netbox, Nautobot
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