Sr. AI Network Automation Engineer- LOCALS only/ STRICT W2 role (inperson interviews mandatory)

100% LOCAL candidates only - In-person interviews MUST*** NO C2C or NO 1099 or NO Sponsorships ***Design, configure, and maintain Wireless Access Points and Wireless Controllers Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure, with a focus on Layer 2/Layer 3 switching technologies Develop and implement network automation solutions to streamline provisioning, configuration, and troubleshooting Manage and optimize network performance, availability, and security across data center and campus environments Automate routine network operations using scripting and orchestration tools Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network integration and deployment efforts Troubleshoot complex network issues and perform root cause analysis Maintain up-to-date network documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures Participate in change management, incident response, and continuous improvement initiatives Technical Background: Deep experience with software architecture, API contract design, and data schema rules. Prompt & Spec Engineering: Ability to write precise, unambiguous text instructions (PRDs) that Large Language Models (LLMs) can parse without "vibe coding".Workflow Mastery: Experience breaking down complex applications into multi-agent systems (e.g., Coordinator, Implementor, and Verifier tasks).Testing: Proficiency in automated verification criteria and mapping code back to core specs during pull requests. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)8+ years of network engineering experience Strong expertise in:Layer 2/Layer 3 switching (VLANs, VRRP, MC-LAG, STP, VTP, Port Channel, and routing protocols such as OSPF/BGP)Network design and troubleshooting in enterprise environments Hands-on experience with network automation tools, such as:Demonstrated proficiency in Python, Ansible, or similar scripting/automation frameworksREST APIs and network programmability concepts Familiarity with major networking platforms (e.g., Dell, Cisco, Arista, Juniper)Solid understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and network security fundamentals