Cloud Network Engineer

Cloud Network Engineer Location: Dallas, TX (Onsite) Position Type: Contract C2C Client: CISCO Job Description We're looking for a Software Engineer to join our customer's Professional Services (Software Development) team. Our customer is a top company in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data centers, campuses, and routing environments. You'll work with a global team of software engineers to create high-quality, reliable software that helps customers and colleagues meet their goals and tackle real-world challenges. What You'll Do The team's work can be divided into three main areas: Network automation: Developing innovative frameworks for customers by leveraging cutting-edge network automation techniques Software customizations: Designing and implementing solutions to help customers deploy and operate advanced networking infrastructure Efficiency enablement: Building software tools to help internal and external collaborators work more productively when deploying, migrating and operating networks Essential Qualifications Masters or Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience) 3+ years professional software development experience Proficiency in Python, Golang, C++, C or Rust Expertise in version control systems (e.g. GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g. PyTest, GoMock) Understanding of IP networking and/or distributed systems Experience with Unix or Linux Comfortable working in all phases of software development life cycle Personable with excellent communication skills Great problem solving, analytical and troubleshooting skills Ability to work independently, and also collaborate effectively within a team Keen intellect with willingness to keep learning and developing Desirable: Experience with CI platforms (e.g. GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins) Familiarity with container technologies (e.g. Docker, Podman, Kubernetes) and service orchestration (e.g. Ansible, Terraform) Familiarity with Nautobot or Netbox Familiarity with Itential Automation Platform Experience with data center networking, management and orchestration Experience building third party software integrations and APIs Experience working in a customer-facing role. Argyle Infotech