Senior Network System Engineer

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Akkodis
Chandler, AZ, United States
68.00 - 70.00 USD / Year
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Akkodis is seeking aSenior Network Architect for Contract (W2) with a client in Chandler, AZ – Hybrid – (3 days onsite in a week) . Ideally, we are looking for candidates with a strong background in Strong Python & Linux skills with hands‑on network automation (Ansible), CI/CD, SDN (Cisco ACI / Arista CVP), and enterprise network design experience.

Pay Range:$68 -$70/hour; The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.

Job Summary:

Key Responsibilities

  • Software Development:
  • Systems Administration:
  • Automation and Scripting:
  • Automate repetitive tasks and workflows using Python and shell scripts within virtual environment.
  • Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for deployment automation.
  • Deploy code to our development, QA, Staging and Production servers using our continuous integration and deployment pipeline platform.
  • Test new services are functioning as expected using our testing framework, and add new test cases to the test suite to continuously improve our quality assurance bar.
  • Develop and implement automation strategies for network configuration, monitoring, and management.
  • Design and maintain scripts and tools to automate network tasks and workflows.
  • Implement and manage network orchestration tools to streamline operations in conjunction with BOA foundational automation team.
  • Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Lead code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
  • Collaborate with DevOps engineers to streamline operation and process.
  • Participate where required in on team on call rota to support application users.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand network requirements and translate them into technical solutions that can be explained to management and team.
  • Lead architectural discussions and decision-making processes related to network and automation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including network engineers, DevOps engineers, and software developers.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network architects and engineers.
  • Documentation:
  • Create and maintain technical documentation for systems and processes.
  • Document code and systems configurations.•

Primary Skill: Data Virtualization – Composite & Data Fabric

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Experience:

  • Proven experience as a network architect or in a similar senior-level network engineering role (7 years).
  • Extensive experience with network automation tools and practices.
  • Strong background in designing and implementing enterprise-level network solutions.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in network protocols, services, and standards (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, VRFs).
  • Very strong proficiency in Python programming and Linux OS. (Ubuntu, CentOS, etc.).
  • Experience with network automation tools (e.g., Ansible).
  • Familiarity with software-defined networking (SDN) (Arista CVP, Cisco ACI)
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform).
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
  • Leadership capabilities and a proactive attitude.

Desired Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced certifications in Networking (e.g., CCIE, JNCIE)
  • Knowledge of database systems (SQL, Nautobot).
  • Arista ACE Level 5 or Cisco DevNet S/P/E

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

· The California Fair Chance Act

· Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

· Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

· San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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