Senior Engineer (Network)

Package:  £59,400 - £66,000 (salary dependent on experience)  + Benefits Role ID:     SF20281 Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as a Senior Network Engineer at our Farnborough site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds . The Role This is a unique opportunity to lead the transition from manual network operations to automated infrastructure. You will act as a key member of the team, championing automation initiatives across our network estate and embedding modern engineering practices into our ways of working. Day-to-day, you will focus on designing and implementing network automation solutions, improving efficiency, consistency, and scalability across enterprise environments. You’ll collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to deliver automated solutions aligned with strategic goals. Your responsibilities will include: Lead the transformation from manual to automated network operations, establishing best practices and driving the automation roadmap Design and implement network automation solutions across LAN, WAN, and datacentre environments Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python, Ansible, and Terraform Integrate and optimise centralised network management platforms (e.g. Cisco Catalyst Center) Enhance operational efficiency through automated provisioning, configuration management, and monitoring Collaborate across teams while mentoring engineers and promoting knowledge sharing and cross-training Essential experience of the Senior Network Engineer: Strong experience in network infrastructure automation (non-cloud focused) across enterprise environments Proven track record of leading or contributing to automation transformation initiatives Hands-on experience with scripting and automation tools such as Python, Ansible and Terraform Experience working with centralised network management and orchestration tools (e.g. Cisco Catalyst Center) Solid understanding of core networking technologies (routing, switching, security) across enterprise-scale environments Experience in building reusable automation frameworks and templates Essential qualifications for the Senior Network Engineer: CCNP or equivalent experience Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.   This role is 37 hours per week based at Farnborough. To cover shift patterns between 0730-1830 GMT you may be asked to work at specific times. As part of a commitment…