Our client is seeking a Head of Automation Development to lead, scale, and inspire their CTO automation development teams across Fixed, Mobile, and B2B networks. You will oversee a high-performing team of 30+ developers, focusing on innovation, code quality, and delivery excellence.
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical guidance, working on cutting-edge automation, microservices, and emerging AI/ML concepts within large-scale transformation projects.
What you'll do:
* Lead, grow, and mentor multiple development squads across various network domains.
* Drive the design and implementation of automation solutions, fostering collaboration and synergy.
* Oversee code quality, standards, and best practices.
* Collaborate with product teams, architects, and analysts to maximize delivery value.
* Define strategic use cases, design tactical solutions, and evaluate innovative tools and libraries.
* Promote a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring scalable, efficient, and secure delivery.
* Encourage data-driven decision-making and adherence to agile methodologies.
What we're looking for:
* Experienced leader with a strong background in software engineering.
* Proven experience in fixed, mobile, or B2B network environments.
* Background in large-scale network or IT transformations.
* Ability to inspire high performance and foster continuous improvement.
Key skills & technologies:
* Automation & Orchestration: Cisco NSO, Ansible, workflow automation platforms.
* Programming & Modeling: Python, JavaScript, Netconf, XML, JSON, YANG, TOSCA.
* Architectural Approaches: Microservices, CI/CD/CT (GitLab, Robot, Selenium, Cucumber, Veracode, SonarQube).
* Emerging Technologies: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and their application in automation.
Please note: This is a hybrid working, contract role with an immediate start date.
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