Lead Network Automation Engineer

Wells Fargo

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Irving, TX · Chandler, AZ · Charlotte, NC Posted 3 days ago Apply by Jun 15, 2026
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Wells Fargo seeks a Lead Network Automation Engineer to join their dynamic team, focusing on redefining enterprise networking through automation. This senior-level role involves designing scalable automation frameworks using Ansible, Python, GitHub Actions, and CI/CD pipelines, integrating Nautobot as a network source-of-truth, and driving initiatives that enhance reliability and security. The engineer will lead complex implementations across access and data center environments on Cisco and Arista platforms, troubleshoot intricate issues, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Key skills include extensive experience in Python scripting, Ansible automation development, and GitHub Actions, along with expertise in routing, switching, WLAN, MPLS, and SD-WAN technologies. This role demands a blend of technical leadership and hands-on engineering to solve complex problems and mentor engineers in best practices.

Skills

Python Ansible GitHub Actions CI/CD Nautobot Cisco Arista BGP MPLS SD-WAN DNS/DHCP/IPAM Linux Agile DevOps GitHub Copilot

What you'll do

  • Lead the design and deployment of scalable automation frameworks using Ansible, Python, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Integrate Nautobot as a network source-of-truth and automation engine for enterprise networks.
  • Design and review High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLD/LLD) for automated network solutions.
  • Diagnose and resolve complex network issues using diagnostic tools and automation.
  • Implement secure, compliant network solutions aligned with regulatory standards.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in network engineering and infrastructure automation
  • Proficient in Python scripting, Ansible development, and CI/CD pipelines
  • Expertise in routing, switching, WLAN, MPLS, IPT, DNS/DHCP/IPAM (DDI), SD-WAN control plane
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for complex distributed systems and network issues
  • Experience with Nautobot or similar platforms, Cisco SD-WAN, Meraki SD-Branch
  • Leadership in technical discussions, mentoring engineers, and aligning initiatives with business goals

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About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo & Company is one of the largest banks in the United States, providing banking, investment, mortgage, and consumer and commercial finance products and services nationwide. Industry: Banking & Financial Services

Wells Fargo currently has 62 open roles on FindRole.

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