Director, Network Automation

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Network Automation in United States.

This role is a senior leadership position responsible for driving the strategy, architecture, and implementation of network automation across a fiber-optic broadband infrastructure. The Director of Network Automation leads a team of engineers to design scalable, AI-driven provisioning, orchestration, and workflow systems, ensuring operational efficiency and reliability. The role involves developing automation pipelines, integrating advanced APIs, and implementing “Network as Code” practices while fostering a culture of engineering excellence. You will leverage historical data and AI agents to optimize network performance, provisioning, and capacity planning. This position combines technical expertise, strategic oversight, and hands-on development in a fast-paced, innovative environment. It also includes mentoring engineers, defining standards, and continuously improving tools and processes to enhance service quality and operational agility.

• Lead the architecture, development, and deployment of network automation, orchestration, and provisioning systems
• Oversee AI-driven network operations, including autonomous remediation, intelligent provisioning, and closed-loop reliability modules
• Manage tools and infrastructure automation using Python, Ansible, Salt, Terraform, Linux, Kubernetes, and virtualized environments
• Direct the integration of APIs, internal portals, and legacy systems to modern service-oriented architectures
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of DevOps and network automation engineers, promoting software engineering discipline and innovation
• Establish coding standards, peer review practices, and CI/CD pipelines to maintain robust, scalable, and maintainable automation systems
• Develop metrics and dashboards to monitor system performance, efficiency, and the impact of automation initiatives

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Network Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field
• Minimum 8 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or network automation
• At least 3 years in an engineering management or director-level role
• Proven experience shipping production-grade software and maintaining long-term internal platforms
• Expertise in Linux systems, Python ecosystem, Kubernetes, Helm, Kafka, and automation frameworks
• Strong understanding of API design (REST/gRPC), provisioning workflows, and infrastructure automation
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills in a matrixed environment
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives, mentor teams, and work independently while meeting critical deadlines

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $165,000–$195,000 annually DOE, plus target annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and flexible spending accounts
• Paid sick leave, paid time off, and parental leave
• Quarterly performance bonus, training programs, and career growth opportunities
• Education reimbursement programs to support professional development
• Flexible and remote work environment with opportunities to lead innovative projects