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Fyld

Network Automation Engineer

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Fyld is hiring: Network Automation Engineer

At Fyld, we believe the future is built with people, technology, and strong values.
We are a Portuguese consulting company that operates with transparency, respect, and a focus on everyone’s growth.

Here, every project is an opportunity to build real, scalable, and high-quality technology solutions.

Our philosophy? Code for Big Solutions — because we don’t just build software to make things work, we build solutions that create real impact.

We’re looking for an experienced Network Automation Engineer with a strong networking background and a passion for automation, programmability and modern infrastructure.

By joining Fyld, you’ll be part of a team where every member is challenged to innovate, collaborate and grow.

Your Profile:

  • Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Networking, or a related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in network engineering, network automation or a similar role
  • Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing and switching
  • Professional experience with enterprise network technologies, including LAN, WAN, VLANs, routing and network services
  • Good knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
  • Experience with network devices and technologies from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista or similar
  • Professional experience with network automation and configuration management
  • Strong experience with Ansible for network automation
  • Knowledge of Python for network automation and scripting
  • Experience working with REST APIs and network APIs
  • Understanding of network programmability and infrastructure as code concepts
  • Experience automating network configuration, provisioning, validation or operational tasks
  • Ability to develop reusable automation scripts, playbooks and workflows
  • Experience with Git and version control practices
  • Knowledge of network security concepts, including firewalls, ACLs and secure management protocols
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex network and automation issues
  • Experience working with monitoring, logging and network observability solutions
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in Agile or collaborative engineering teams
  • Fluency in English

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Cisco ACI, SDN or data centre networking
  • Knowledge of NetBox or similar network source-of-truth platforms
  • Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools
  • Knowledge of NAPALM, Nornir or similar network automation frameworks
  • Experience with YANG, NETCONF or RESTCONF
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for network automation
  • Experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure or GCP
  • Cisco CCNA, CCNP or CCIE certification

Our Values:

  • Critical thinking and autonomy
  • Focus on meaningful solutions and real results
  • Respect, transparency, and continuous growth

What you'll find at Fyld:

  • A collaborative team that values individual progress
  • Access to continuous training and certifications
  • A culture of proximity, respect, and recognition
  • Challenging, purpose-driven projects where your expertise as a Network Automation Engineer has real impact

📩 Want to be part of it? Send your CV to join@fyld.pt

Fyld. Code for what really matters.

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