Job descriptionSenior Software Developer – Network Automation & Firmware Platforms Team : Network Operations & Automation
Reports to : Manager, Network Operations & Automation
Role Overview We are building next-generation firmware upgrade and lifecycle management tools for a large, mission-critical network environment spanning Cisco routers and switches, Versa SD-WAN appliances, and Sierra cellular modems across IT and OT environments. This role focuses on building reliable automation tooling used directly by network operations teams to improve security posture, operational efficiency, and system reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, and maintain firmware upgrade automation tools and platforms.
Collaborate closely with network Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to translate operational workflows into software.
Develop end-to-end automation covering pre-checks, execution, validation, rollback, and reporting.
Build web-based user interfaces and APIs for operator-driven workflows.
Implement robust audit logging, error handling, and operational visibility.
Integrate automation solutions with monitoring, inventory, and change-management systems.
Leverage AI-assisted development tools (Kiro) to accelerate design, testing, and iteration.
Contribute to reusable libraries, frameworks, and automation patterns.
Technical Environment
AI Assisted Development
Web frameworks and APIs
Required Qualifications
5+ years of professional software development experience.
Strong proficiency in Python and AWS Cloud Services
Experience with AI Assisted software development practices
CI/CD Pipeline knowledge
Experience building automation tools, backend services, or workflow-based systems.
Experience working with APIs, CLI-driven systems, and infrastructure-oriented software.
Strong understanding of software quality, testing, and version control practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in infrastructure, systems, or network-adjacent software development.
Experience in operational, regulated, or high-reliability environments.
Exposure to AI-assisted development tools or platforms.
Interest in NetDevOps, automation, or operational tooling
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