Our client is looking for a Head of Automation Development to lead, scale and inspire their CTO automation development teams across Fixed, Mobile and B2B networks. You'll head up a high-performing group of 30+ developers, driving innovation, code quality and delivery excellence.
This role is a rare opportunity to blend strategic leadership with hands-on technical direction, working across cutting-edge automation, microservices and emerging AI/ML concepts, all in the context of large-scale transformation.
What you'll do:
* Lead, grow, and mentor multiple development squads across fixed, mobile and B2B networks.
* Drive the design and delivery of automation solutions, breaking down silos and creating synergies.
* Oversee code quality, coding standards and ways of working.
* Work with product teams, architects and analysts to maximise delivery value.
* Shape strategic use cases, design tactical solutions and explore innovative tools and libraries.
* Foster a continuous improvement culture, ensuring delivery is efficient, scalable and secure.
* Promote data-driven decision making and agile best practices.
What we're looking for:
* Experienced leader with a strong software engineering background.
* Proven track record in fixed, mobile or B2B network environments.
* Background in large-scale network or IT transformations.
* Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to inspire high performance in others.
Key skills & technologies:
Automation & orchestration: Cisco NSO, Ansible, workflow automation platforms.
Programming & modelling: Python, JavaScript, Netconf, XML, JSON, YANG, TOSCA.
Architectural approaches: Microservices, CI/CD/CT (GitLab, Robot, Selenium, Cucumber, Veracode, SonarQube).
Emerging technology: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their application in automation.
Please note: This role is a hybrid working, contract role with an immediate start date.
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