Senior Platform Automation Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Platform Automation Engineer to lead the automation of deployment, configuration and management of on-premise network infrastructure. You will play a critical role in enhancing our infrastructure through strategic automation solutions, collaboration and a strong focus on scalability and documentation. Feel free to work remotely from anywhere across Latvia or connect with colleagues at our Riga office. Responsibilities Automate deployment, configuration and management of on-prem network infrastructureDevelop and maintain robust automation scripts and workflows to optimize network operationsCollaborate with network and infrastructure teams to translate business requirements into technical automation solutionsDeliver reliable, scalable and well-documented automation processes for on-prem network systemsLeverage hybrid and cloud connectivity knowledge to enhance automation where applicable Requirements 3+ years of experience in automation engineering or related fieldsAdvanced understanding of automated platforms, complex network services and Cisco networkingExpertise in Python, Bash and deep knowledge of SDLC and script architectureCapability to integrate multiple platforms using REST APIs and manage data flow with JSON/YAML formatsProficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform and Ansible for architecture and optimizationExperience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines with GitLab Pipelines or GitHub ActionsFamiliarity with advanced orchestration tools such as Rundeck for job scheduling and workflow automationBackground in working within and leading DevOps team structures and implementing SDLC best practicesStrong understanding of firewall logic including flow vs rule differentiation and stateful/stateless connections Nice to have Familiarity with Zscaler solutions We offer Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years.Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies.World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact.Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices.GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys.Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life.Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more. Salary range €3.2K-€5K gross, based on your experience and interview results. EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. For over 30 years, our team has helped leading brands navigate the waves of digital transformation, building solutions that help them stay competitive through constant market disruption.With offices in 55+ countries, EPAM has grown in Latvia to over 150+ talented innovators in 4 years. We foster creativity and unconventional ways of doing things, welcoming like-minded professionals to join us.