About the role
Fyld is hiring: 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.
Your Profile:
* 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
Nice to Have:
* 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
Our Values:
* Critical thinking and autonomy * Focus on meaningful solutions and real results * Respect, transparency, and continuous growth
What you'll find at Fyld:
* 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 [email protected]
Fyld. Code for what really matters.