About the role
You day-to-day role is to design and deliver solutions for BT’s customers. Your automation design work will specialise in network solutions. Our customers are generally external so you will be recognised with that enhanced level of visibility and responsibility.
What you’ll be doing
* Design and implement automation solutions using Ansible, Terraform, and other IaC tools.
* Develop reusable playbooks, roles, and modules to support infrastructure and application deployment.
* Automate provisioning of cloud and on-premise infrastructure (compute, network, storage).
* Integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines to enable continuous delivery.
* Collaborate with network and platform engineers to automate provisioning and configuration of network infrastructure (including Cisco environments) and cloud services (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
* Maintain and enhance existing automation frameworks, ensuring scalability and reliability.
* Troubleshoot automation failures and optimise performance.
* Promote automation best practices and mentor teams on adoption.
* Ensure compliance with security, governance, and operational standards.
Essential Skills / Experience
* Strong hands‑on experience with Ansible (playbooks, roles, AWX/Tower) and Terraform (modules, state management, workspaces).
* Solid understanding of Infrastructure as Code principles.
* Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS, or GCP).
* Scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
* Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.
* Knowledge of version control systems (Git).
* Experience working in Agile / DevOps environments.
* Understanding of networking concepts (routing, switching, firewalls).
Desirable Skills / Experience
* Experience with additional automation tools (Puppet, Chef, SaltStack).
* Exposure to Kubernetes and container orchestration.
* Experience with API integrations and automation.
* Knowledge of SD‑WAN, ACI, or network programmability.
* Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools.
* Certifications in cloud platforms or automation (HashiCorp, Red Hat, etc.).
Our Package
Tailored benefits make a real difference. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range to support your growth, wellbeing, and everyday life. You can design the package to suit you and your lifestyle. Your core benefits include:
* 10% on target annual bonus
* 25 days holiday
* Access to an online private GP 24/7 for you and your immediate family
* Market‑leading paid carers leave with up to 2 weeks off
* Equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave – 18 weeks full pay and 8 weeks half pay
* Discounted EE and BT products, including mobile and broadband
* Market‑leading Pension scheme – 5% from you and 10% from us
* Holiday purchase scheme
You can select additional benefits, including healthcare, dental, gym memberships and more when you’re ready.
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