Role: Lead Network Architect with Infrastructure as Code (IaC)Type: Contract (6 Months)Location: Bristol, Birmingham and London, UKWorking Model: Hybrid (3 days per week in office) The Role We are seeking a highly hands-on Lead Network Architect to eliminate manual network configurations and drive Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC). You will translate low-level designs into production-grade automation workflows, building robust CI/CD pipelines for mission-critical Cisco data centers. What You''ll DoBuild and optimize CI/CD pipelines for automated network changes and migrations.Champion GitOps principles, treating Git as the ultimate source of truth with strict pipeline gates and automated rollbacks.Integrate automation seamlessly across enterprise platforms including NDFC, NetBox, ServiceNow, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.Must-Have SkillsNetworking: Deep expertise in Cisco NX-OS, VXLAN BGP-EVPN, vPC, and Cisco NDFC.Infrastructure as Code (IaC)Automation: Python (REST APIs, data modeling), YAML, JSON, and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP).CI/CD and Testing: GitHub/GitLab workflows, pyATS, and Genie for pre- and post-change validation.Governance: Experience working in strictly regulated environments requiring detailed LLD documentation (FCA / PRA standards).This is an urgent vacancy with a deadline where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it praveen. ComRandstad Technologies is acting as an ..... full job details .....