Network Automation Engineer

At Fyld, we believe the future is built with people, technology, and strong values.
We are a Portuguese consulting company that operates with transparency, respect, and a focus on everyone’s growth.

Here, every project is an opportunity to build real, scalable, and high-quality technology solutions.

Our philosophy? Code for Big Solutions — because we don’t just build software to make things work, we build solutions that create real impact.

We’re looking for an experienced Network Automation Engineer with a strong networking background and a passion for automation, programmability and modern infrastructure.

By joining Fyld, you’ll be part of a team where every member is challenged to innovate, collaborate and grow.

• Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Networking, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in network engineering, network automation or a similar role
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP networking, routing and switching
• Professional experience with enterprise network technologies, including LAN, WAN, VLANs, routing and network services
• Good knowledge of routing protocols such as BGP and OSPF
• Experience with network devices and technologies from vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Arista or similar
• Professional experience with network automation and configuration management
• Strong experience with Ansible for network automation
• Knowledge of Python for network automation and scripting
• Experience working with REST APIs and network APIs
• Understanding of network programmability and infrastructure as code concepts
• Experience automating network configuration, provisioning, validation or operational tasks
• Ability to develop reusable automation scripts, playbooks and workflows
• Experience with Git and version control practices
• Knowledge of network security concepts, including firewalls, ACLs and secure management protocols
• Ability to troubleshoot complex network and automation issues
• Experience working with monitoring, logging and network observability solutions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in Agile or collaborative engineering teams
• Fluency in English

• Experience with Cisco ACI, SDN or data centre networking
• Knowledge of NetBox or similar network source-of-truth platforms
• Experience with Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tools
• Knowledge of NAPALM, Nornir or similar network automation frameworks
• Experience with YANG, NETCONF or RESTCONF
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for network automation
• Experience with cloud networking in AWS, Azure or GCP
• Cisco CCNA, CCNP or CCIE certification

• Critical thinking and autonomy
• Focus on meaningful solutions and real results
• Respect, transparency, and continuous growth

• A collaborative team that values individual progress
• Access to continuous training and certifications
• A culture of proximity, respect, and recognition
• Challenging, purpose-driven projects where your expertise as a Network Automation Engineer has real impact

📩 Want to be part of it? Send your CV to join@fyld.pt