Expertise in automation frameworks (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
Strong API design experience (REST/GraphQL, OpenAPI specs)
Experience with orchestration tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD)
Strong understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, and cloud networking
Experience with config/state management and source-of-truth systems
Responsibilities
Define target-state automation and orchestration architecture
Lead API-first design for world-class network service APIs
Architect CI/CD and GitOps-based orchestration pipelines
Build automation frameworks for network provisioning and config management
Drive model-driven configuration and intent-based networking
Create self-service workflows, catalogs, and integration patterns
Govern API lifecycle, schema design, documentation, and standards
Lead cross-functional delivery with Network, Security, and Platform teams
Benefits
Hybrid work model with flexibility in location (Plano, TX; NY, NY; Pennington, NJ; Jersey City, NJ)
Opportunity to lead innovative automation projects
Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Focus on cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
Professional development opportunities through exposure to advanced networking and automation practices
Full Job Description
*This position is hybrid in:
Plano, TX,
NY, NY
Pennington, NJ
Jersey City, NJ
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
We are seeking a Principal Architect for Network Services and Automation to lead next-generation automation capabilities across network provisioning, configuration management, API strategy, and orchestration pipelines. This role focuses on delivering world-class APIs and self-service capabilities for network services across the enterprise.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Define target-state automation and orchestration architecture.
Lead API-first design for world-class network service APIs.
Architect CI/CD and GitOps-based orchestration pipelines.
Build automation frameworks for network provisioning and config management.
Drive model-driven configuration and intent-based networking.
Create self-service workflows, catalogs, and integration patterns.
Govern API lifecycle, schema design, documentation, and standards.
Lead cross-functional delivery with Network, Security, and Platform teams.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:
10+ years in Network Engineering/Architecture.
Expertise in automation frameworks (Python, Ansible, Terraform).
Strong API design experience (REST/GraphQL, OpenAPI specs).
Experience with orchestration tools (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins, ArgoCD).
Strong understanding of routing, switching, firewalls, and cloud networking.
Experience with config/state mgmt and source-of-truth systems.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA:
Experience with event-driven automation.
Exposure to Kubernetes networking and ingress/egress automation.
Experience building internal developer platforms or portals.
Certifications: CCNP/CCIE, DevNet
The EOS pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, market data, or other laws.
