Senior developer

Our Cloud Pioneers help our clients in their digital transformation. As a Cloud Pioneer at Rapid Circle, you will work with our customers on different projects. For example, making impact in the healthcare sector, by making research data safely available. But also, awesome projects in the manufacturing or energy market make this job very challenging. At Rapid Circle we are curious and are constantly improving our expertise to help customers find their way in a rapidly changing world. Freedom, entrepreneurship, and development are key at Rapid Circle, so also in the role of an Automation Senior Developer. Connectivity Automation Senior Developer We are seeking an experienced Connectivity Automation Developer with deep expertise in systems integration and network automation to join a dynamic global IT team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in designing and building advanced automations for our critical network connectivity infrastructure. You will be integrating various platforms such as Ansible, Service Now, Git Hub, and Solar Winds, while also working on network standardization through YANG modelling. Python programming is a required skill. If you are passionate about optimizing complex workflows and building scalable systems, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the automation landscape of a leading organization. Design, develop, and implement end-to-end automation solutions to integrate disparate systems, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows for connectivity operations. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide scalable integration solutions using Ansible, Service Now, Git Hub, and other platforms. Develop and write Python scripts and logic within Ansible playbooks for network orchestration. Standardize and document network configurations using YANG modelling for network devices, ensuring alignment with industry best practices. Test, troubleshoot, and resolve system integration and workflow issues, ensuring high levels of performance, security, and reliability. Participate in regular review sessions with IT peers to discuss best practices, new technologies, and potential optimizations. Offer training and support to other IT team members on integrated systems and platforms. Work effectively within an agile environment. Required Skills & Experience (Must-Have): ~5+ Years of experience in each of the following: ~ Automation & Orchestration: Advanced expertise in writing and managing Ansible Playbooks . ~ Programming/Scripting: Proficient in Python and Ansible . ~ IT Service Management & CMDB: Hands-on experience with Service Now or a similar enterprise CMDB platform. ~ Network Modelling: Strong experience with YANG data modelling. ~ APIs: Proven experience with RESTCONF & NETCONF APIs and data encoding (XML, JSON). Preferred Skills & Experience (Good-to-Have): Cloud & Dev Ops: Experience with Azure, AWS, or Azure CI/CD pipelines. Operating Systems: Proficiency with Linux. Other Technologies: Familiarity with Apache, My SQL, GIT, Open API, and Template Engines like Jinja2. Staying updated with the rapid evolution of tools and technologies. Ensuring data integrity and security across all integrated platforms. Performance optimization and continuous improvement of automated workflows. Maintaining comprehensive documentation and providing team training. Experience: 8- 10 years in a relevant IT field. Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. A background in IT service delivery (ITIL certification is a plus). Networking Knowledge: Certifications: Network certifications like Cisco Dev Net Professional or CCNP are preferred. Language: Fluency in English (written and spoken).