Network Automation Engineer
Arista Networks is seeking a talented and motivated Network Automation Engineer to develop automated test suites for our large-scale, solution-based topologies. This role is integral to our development and test teams, focusing on the timely qualification of our Arista EOS network operating system. The position demands strong Python programming skills and a solid foundation in network engineering principles.
Key responsibilities include contributing to the design and implementation of our network automation infrastructure, specifically focusing on the development of device classes and automated test cases. The engineer will develop abstracted methods for provisioning and monitoring network devices, create extensible and easily maintainable automated test cases leveraging our abstracted device class methods, and integrate these automated test cases into our CI/CD pipelines to enable rapid and continuous testing. Additionally, the role involves monitoring test execution, analyzing results, performing root cause analysis of failures, and creating detailed bug reports as needed. Collaboration with development and test teams is essential to ensure comprehensive test coverage and timely issue resolution.
The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience with the Python programming language. A strong grasp of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns, including abstraction, encapsulation, inheritance, and composition, is required. Proven experience with automated testing methodologies and frameworks relevant to network automation is essential. The candidate should have experience provisioning and monitoring network devices using various APIs (e.g., REST, Ansible, OpenConfig, gNMI) and a solid understanding of core networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, VLANs, VXLAN, EVPN). Experience utilizing traffic generation tools (e.g., Ixia, Spirent) for testing purposes, a proficient understanding of the Linux operating system, and experience with Git version control are also necessary. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD) is a plus. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities, along with strong written and verbal communication and collaboration skills, are essential.
Arista Networks offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $121,000 to $167,000, depending on work location and individual qualifications. In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and equity. Employees in sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales. US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings, and income protection. The recruiting team can share more details during the hiring process specific to the role and location.
Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus, and routing environments. We leverage the latest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to provide our clients with a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us several prestigious awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we value the diversity of thought and perspectives that each employee brings to the table and believe that fostering an inclusive environment is essential for driving creativity and innovation.