Overview
We are seeking a full-time Senior Network Automation Engineer in our Olathe, KS location. In this role you will be using strong network engineering expertise and automation skills to enhance operational efficiency and manage complex network environments. You will be doing Python scripting, Ansible automation, and using deep knowledge of Cisco networking (routing & switching).
Essential Functions
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate network infrastructure
- Design, build, and manage scalable, reliable, and secure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Python, Flask, and Ansible
- Assist in building automation to streamline IT operations and minimize manual tasks
- Scripting and automation skills utilizing Python
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with a proactive mindset
- Design and develop complex, integrated solutions to meet business requirements or enhance the performance of Garmin’s network
- Identify, analyze, and resolve issues with automation scripts and tools
- Contribute to the improvement of existing automation processes and tools
- Perform and evaluate cost analyses and vendor comparisons from small through large-scale projects to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations
- Measure feasibility of various approaches and makes recommendations
- Participate in an on-call rotation
- Continuously develop technical subject matter expertise on established and emerging network systems and other network technologies
- Communicate effectively regarding system operations and environment changes in a cross-functional setting with business partners as well as non-technical associates
- Adhere to SOX, PCI, and other regulatory requirements as dictated
- Understand and avoid capacity, redundancy, and health constraints of network systems
- Ensure that all security requirements are met or exceeded and plan and perform significant version upgrades
- Provide technical input to solution development plans and concept documents and documents technical designs and procedures for team library
- Demonstrate understanding of business impacts of issues and how they relate to IT-owned solutions
- Share knowledge and actively mentor less experienced IT Administrators
- Design and implement effective monitoring of enterprise systems
- Foresee risks and communicate and mitigate those before problems arise
- Plan and manage technical projects involving other teams
- Recognize and understand technology impacts within the business and contribute to technical research on new technologies, processes, or procedures
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Business or related field AND a minimum of 5 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Proficient in Python for network automation tasks and script development.
- Solid understanding of Cisco routing and switching platforms (e.g., Cisco Catalyst, Nexus, ISR, ASR series).
- In-depth knowledge of routing protocols such as OSPF, BGP, and switching protocols such as STP, VLAN, and VTP.
- Demonstrated ability to implement new technologies effectively
- Demonstrated quality and effectiveness in work documentation and organization
Desired Qualifications
- CCNA or CCNP Certification
- SD-WAN
- Cisco ACI
- Experience building and managing network capabilities and platforms that automate the provisioning, deployment, and ongoing management of network devices
- Experience with network automation tools like Cisco DNA Center, Netmiko, or Nornir.
- Experience with Ansible for network configuration management and automation.
- Familiarity with Agile software development
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
