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Pearson Network Services Engineer in Durham, North Carolina
Network Services Engineer
We are looking for a Python developer who knows networking. This person should be from a network background who has experience with automating infrastructure.
Technical/Functional Skills
Python; PythonPrometheus; Git (GitHub, GitLab, BitBucket, SVN); ELK Stack (Elastic Search, Logstash, Kibana)?; Unix; RedHat Linux; VMWare, API development.
Must be willing to work on-call shifts nights and weekends.
Location: Durham, North Carolina (hybrid position, work 3 days in office and 2 days remote),
Responsibilities
Conduct network engineering duties as assigned for the global network and firewall security.
Create and maintain automation to manage network components and services.
Assist in providing and maintaining an automated incident recovery automation solutions at scale to support the needs of the network team supporting the global and campus networks.
Perform on call responsibilities for the global network team. Rotating shifts include evenings, nights and weekends.
You will be working with an outstanding team of highly skilled network engineers that are responsible for the network on a 24x7 basis.
Collaborate closely with the Network teams to understand incident scenarios and create targeted recovery automation.
Implement intelligent algorithms and logic to automate decision-making.
Conduct thorough testing and validation of automation to ensure reliability and effectiveness.
Monitor and analyze the performance of automation, making continuous improvements for efficiency.
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends to enhance automation capabilities.
Provide technical support and training to the Network teams for utilizing and maintaining automated solutions.
Foster collaboration between Network Operations engineers and various development teams to enhance overall system performance and availability relative to network automation platforms.
Skills & Experience
4+ years proven experience with monitoring solutions like Solarwinds, ManageEngine, Thanos/Prometheus, etc.
Solid Python Programing experience (API, database backend).
Experience with React, Angular, or NodeJS.
Experience with GIT, GitLab, or GitHub.
Familiar with CI/CD concepts and best practices,
Hands-on experience as a Unix/Linux Engineer and/or Administrator.
Excellent understanding of Infrastructure, Virtualization, Containers, Network, Storage, monitoring tools, Logging analytic tools, Firewalls & Security policies, multi- and hybrid cloud.
Good knowledge on Containerization (Docker), Kubernetes, Elastic Stack, Kafka, NGINX, Redis
Experience supporting a 24/7 with on-call responsibilities for production support.
Self-motivated with strong development skills and the ability to learn new technologies.
Ability to handle complex scenarios, multiple tasks, challenging priorities and set schedule to meet deliverables with positive attitude and flexibility.
Ability to work independently, collaborate as a member of a team, and build strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders.
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external technology teams.
Strong analytical, qualitative skills.
Additionally, you should stay updated with the latest developments technologies to bring best practices and innovative solutions to the projects
Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and a passion for learning will be valuable assets in this role.
What to expect from Pearson
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We value the power of an inclusive culture and also a strong sense of belonging. We promote a culture where differences are embraced, opportunities are accessible, consideration and respect are the norm and all individuals are supported in reaching their full potential. Through our talent, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion make us a more innovative and vibrant place to work. People are at the center, and we are committed to building a workplace where talent can learn, grow and thrive.
Pearson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. We want a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. We strive for a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities.
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Job: TECHNOLOGY
Organization: Corporate Strategy & Technology
Schedule: FULL_TIME
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Req ID: 16436
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