Solutions Engineer / Network Automation Consultant (Python, Nautobot SaaS)

Vocation Media Limited is seeking a remote Solutions Engineer / Network Automation Consultant to design, implement, and support a SaaS-based network automation platform centered around Nautobot. The role involves working directly with clients to translate network challenges into scalable automation solutions and leading technical conversations to deliver effective results.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary technical advisor to clients, gathering requirements and translating them into scalable automation solutions
• Design, build, and extend Nautobot-based SaaS solutions, including plugins, integrations, and workflows
• Develop and integrate APIs using REST and GraphQL to connect Nautobot with external systems
• Leverage MySQL, Redis, and Celery to support data management and asynchronous task processing
• Implement network automation workflows using Ansible and related tools
• Build and support CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Git
• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot solutions in Linux environments
• Integrate security and observability tools such as HashiCorp Vault and Splunk
• Support pre-sales activities, including demos, architecture discussions, and solution design
• Document implementations and provide knowledge transfer to client teams

Requirements:

• 4+ years of experience with Python development in production environments
• Strong experience with Django or similar frameworks
• Hands-on experience with Nautobot or comparable platforms such as NetBox
• Experience working with REST APIs and/or GraphQL
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (IPAM, DCIM, routing, switching)
• Experience in Linux system administration and deployment
• Proven ability to work in client-facing or consulting environments