posted 13 may 2026
Are you a network professional who speaks fluent Python? We are looking for a skilled Network Automation Engineer / Developer to bridge the gap between traditional engineering and modern, code-driven infrastructure. This is a contract-to-hire (hyrköp) role, providing a seamless path from consultancy into a permanent position within our innovative team.
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In this role, you will be the driving force behind reducing manual effort and increasing scalability across our enterprise environment. You will design, build, and maintain the automation frameworks that support our day-to-day operations. Working across Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto environments, you will act as a vital resource for network engineers and architects—translating operational needs into robust, automated solutions.
Randstad Digital specializes in the field of IT and digital enablement, and is part of Randstad, a global talent leader with the vision to be the world’s most equitable and specialized talent company. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Randstad operates in 39 markets and has approximately 40,000 employees. With this global network, in combination with our strong local foundation, we can offer a wide range of varied and developing assignments and jobs for you who are a specialist in IT. As a partner for talent and through our distinct specialization, we help people secure meaningful roles, develop relevant skills and find purpose and belonging in their workplace.
Are you a network professional who speaks fluent Python? We are looking for a skilled Network Automation Engineer / Developer to bridge the gap between traditional engineering and modern, code-driven infrastructure. This is a contract-to-hire (hyrköp) role, providing a seamless path from consultancy into a permanent position within our innovative team.
In this role, you will be the driving force behind reducing manual effort and increasing scalability across our enterprise environment. You will design, build, and maintain the automation frameworks that support our day-to-day operations. Working across Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto environments, you will act as a vital resource for network engineers and architects—translating operational needs into robust, automated solutions.
Randstad Digital specializes in the field of IT and digital enablement, and is part of Randstad, a global talent leader with the vision to be the world’s most equitable and specialized talent company. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Randstad operates in 39 markets and has approximately 40,000 employees. With this global network, in combination with our strong local foundation, we can offer a wide range of varied and developing assignments and jobs for you who are a specialist in IT. As a partner for talent and through our distinct specialization, we help people secure meaningful roles, develop relevant skills and find purpose and belonging in their workplace.
Automation Development: Design and maintain Python-based solutions for network lifecycle management, configuration deployment, and compliance checks.
Integration: Use APIs (REST, NETCONF, RESTCONF) and telemetry interfaces to integrate network devices with monitoring and IPAM systems.
Operational Support: Build tooling to streamline incident response, troubleshooting, and pre/post-change validation.
Collaboration: Work closely with architects to transform manual operational tasks into scalable, automated workflows.
Lifecycle & Quality: Maintain code repositories and documentation while promoting best practices in version control (Git) and code quality across the organization.
Problem Management: Participate in root-cause analysis and implement automation-based improvements to prevent recurring incidents.
Network & Operations Background:
Core Networking: Strong understanding of OSI/TCP/IP, routing, switching, and security.
Hands-on Experience: Practical knowledge of BGP, OSPF, VLANs, ACLs, NAT, DNS, and SNMP.
Platforms: Experience operating and troubleshooting production networks, specifically with Cisco and Juniper (Palo Alto knowledge is a plus).
Automation & Development Skills:
Python Proficiency: Advanced skills in modular design, error handling, logging, and testing.
Frameworks: Hands-on experience with Ansible, Nornir, Netmiko, or NAPALM.
API & Data: Skilled in working with REST/NETCONF/RESTCONF and structured data formats like JSON, YAML, and XML.
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