Python Programmer - Network Automation Projects - Contract

Location: Remote (UK-based)
Travel: Occasional in-person meetings if appropriate
Day Rate: £400-£450 per day (Inside IR35)
Duration: Initial 6 months
Start: ASAP

We are seeking a skilled Python Programmer to support network automation initiatives for a major Healthcare client. This role is focused on writing automation scripts for network devices to communicate, trigger workflows, and support live network operations.

This is a specialist position for a candidate who has strong Python skills and experience working on network projects, delivering automation solutions in collaboration with engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and deploy Python scripts for network automation, including device communication and workflow orchestration

• Support automation of Firewall upgrades, configuration management, and operational processes

• Collaborate with network engineers to ensure scripts and automation align with network architecture and enterprise standards

• Manage code and version control using GitHub, including testing, documentation, and workflow management

• Support integrations with network tools and platforms, including Palo Alto Strata Cloud Manager/ADEM

• Contribute to continuous improvement of network automation processes and toolsets

• Assist in validation, troubleshooting, and deployment of automation scripts in live environments

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong Python programming and Scripting skills, applied to network automation

• Experience working on network projects and delivering automation solutions

• Familiarity with Palo Alto Strata Cloud Manager/ADEM

• Proficiency with GitHub or similar version control systems

• Understanding of software engineering principles (testing, deployment, documentation)

• Ability to collaborate effectively with network and automation teams

• Comfortable operating in remote-first environments with occasional on-site collaboration