Lead Consultant - Network Automation
Lead Consultant - Network Automation
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Job Title: Lead Consultant Network Automation
Career Level : E
Introduction to role
Are you ready to redefine the industry and change lives We are on the hunt for a Lead Consultant in Network Automation who will be pivotal in developing IT network infrastructure automation solutions that exceed business performance expectations. This role is not just about maintaining the status quo; its about owning the entire product lifecycle from evaluation to retirement. Youll design develop and deliver ground breaking automation platforms and CI/CD pipelines that support deployment automation and enhance network reliability and operations. Collaborate with multifunctional teams and service providers to foster a positive work environment that drives efficiencies and innovation. Are you up for the challenge
Accountabilities
Your main objective will be to develop and manage the Network Analytics & Automation consulting practice. Youll be responsible for resource skill development project delivery financials and quality delivery of proposed solutions. Youll also be accountable for delivering on the Network Analytics & Automation strategy discovering the current state of AZs network infrastructure and developing TCO/ROI analysis and funding requirements. Your role will involve architecting nextgeneration deployment architecture designing automation solutions promoting Infrastructure as Code principles and optimizing network performance. Youll also provide insights into reports dashboards alerts and alarms while ensuring security compliance and auditing.
Essential Skills/Experience
DevNet Professional/Associate or equivalent certification with Minimum 10 years of relevant experience developing software in a large enterprise IT environment (preferably network services)
10 years of handson Analytics and Data Driven Enterprise Application development preferable in network domain.
TOGAF or equivalent and ITIL certifications are added advantage.
Proficiency in programming in Ansible or Python and willingness to learn and adopt new languages as necessary.
Experience in building AIOps framework maximising existing tool set like Itential NetBrain etc.
Understands WAN switch router configurations and software defined networks in general.
Understanding of system protocols how systems operate and data and traffic flows.
Up to date on current and emerging technology tools and their benefits
Ability to independently develop a full software stack understand the building blocks interactions dependencies and tools required to complete software and automation.
Good sense of user interaction and usability design to provide an intuitive seamless end user experience.
Excellent communications skills and the ability to work with domain experts to extract critical business concepts.
Ability to work and potentially lead in an Agile methodology environment.
Confident presenter who likes to get in front of collaborators or any audience to espouse their and the companys technology vision and the merits of products and services.
Demonstrated working experience of matrix and multicultural teams over several continents.
Experience of formulating and implementing successful strategic plans in alignment with our security and sustainability strategy.
Experience working with Senior IT leadership in a strategic context.
Ability to build and maintain partnerships.
Significant experience working with vendors professional services and providers.
Agile Enterprise mentality.
Understanding of network patterns and approaches
Bring Automation first approach.
Candidate with large enterprise working experience is an added advantage.
Alignment with AZ Values and Behaviours
Selfstarter who continuously develops new skills and proactively leads own career and development.
Excellent influencing networking and collaborative working skills
HTTP response codes associated with REST APIs
Experience in data format (XML JSON and YAML)
Model driven programmability (YANG RESTCONF and NETCONF)
Desirable Skills/Experience
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When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire lifechanging medicines. Inperson working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on average a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.
At AstraZeneca our work directly impacts patients by redefining our ability to develop lifechanging medicines. We empower our teams to perform at their peak by combining ground breaking science with leading digital technology platforms. Join us at this crucial stage of our journey as we become a digital and dataled enterprise. Here youll have the opportunity to innovate take ownership and explore new solutions in a dynamic environment that encourages lifelong learning.
Ready to make a meaningful impact Apply now to join our team!
Date Posted
07May2025Closing Date
06Jun2025AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds with as wide a range of perspectives as possible and harnessing industryleading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on nondiscrimination in employment (and recruitment) as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
