Automate DNS record lifecycle (create/update/delete) using Python and Ansible to reduce manual work and improve consistency
Build Ansible playbooks/roles to standardize DNS configurations across environments and teams
Develop Python scripts to validate DNS zone configuration, delegation, and naming standards
Integrate DNS automation with CI/CD workflows (version control, testing, packaging, release notes)
Produce clear documentation for automated DNS workflows (inputs/outputs, guardrails, runbooks)
Create automated compliance checks and produce audit-ready reports on DNS configuration state
Automate DNS health checks (resolution, latency, NXDOMAIN rates, recursion behavior) and publish results for monitoring
Write automation to support change execution (pre-checks, safe rollouts, post-validation, rollback triggers)
Lead the review, resolution and implementation for the most complex technical issues and initiatives related to large scale network applications, data systems, voice and other technical products and services
Use and create diagnostic, simulation and other tools to maintain, troubleshoot and restore service or data to systems
Evaluate or review queries to extract data, create standard procedures, or perform limited programming to fine tune systems supported
Research performance trends and recommend process improvements
Perform complex migrations from development to production, upgrades, installations and configurations
Make decisions in security and regulatory policies to design and implement foolproof secured network solutions
Assess changes for risk to production systems and assure quality, security and compliance requirements are met for supported areas
Identify gaps in current technology processes and recommend changes to assure Service Level Agreements can be supported
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals

Requirements

5+ years of Network Engineering experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
5+ years Experience automating DNS configuration and validation using Python and Ansible
5+ years Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code concepts for network and service configuration
Ability to develop automation for configuration compliance, auditing, and reporting
3+ years Experience integrating automation with DDI platforms (e.g., Infoblox, BlueCat, or equivalent)
Proficiency writing reusable, maintainable Python code with logging and error handling
3+ years Experience building Ansible playbooks, roles, and inventories for network services
Familiarity with configuration drift detection and validation techniques
Experience collecting and analyzing service data, metrics, and logs for reporting purposes
Experience working with version control and automation testing workflows

Benefits

Health benefits
401(k) Plan
Paid time off
Disability benefits
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
Parental leave
Critical caregiving leave
Discounts and savings
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Scholarships for dependent children
Adoption reimbursement

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

PythonAnsibleInfrastructure as CodeDNS automationConfiguration complianceAuditingLoggingError handlingConfiguration drift detectionAutomation testing

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-solvingDecision-makingCommunicationLeadership