[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Capgemini jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Capgemini · Abingdon, London # Automation & Platform Engineer Abingdon, London Operations Listed on Capgemini’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Capgemini’s careers site →](https://www.capgemini.com/jobs/517599-en_GB+sap_btp) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Capgemini](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/) / Automation & Platform Engineer ## Job description Your RoleThis role focuses on building the execution layer for autonomous network operations. The Automation & Platform Engineer will design, implement, and operate automation workflows, orchestration pipelines, intent-to-configuration processes, platform services, API gateways, and cloud-native infrastructure required to execute autonomous network actions safely and reliably. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement automation workflows for autonomous network use cases.Build intent-to-configuration pipelines that translate validated intents into network actions.Develop reusable automation playbooks, templates, modules, and orchestration workflows.Implement automation using tools such as Ansible, Terraform, Python, Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.Support integration with vendor EMS/NMS, SDN controllers, cloud platforms, OSS, inventory, assurance, and orchestration systems.Build secure API-based execution frameworks using REST APIs, TMF Open APIs, NETCONF/RESTCONF, gRPC, Graph APIs, and vendor-specific APIs.Implement execution guardrails including policy validation, approval gates, rollback mechanisms, dry-run checks, and audit logging.Develop platform capabilities for AI/LLM-driven agents to safely trigger network actions.Support deployment and operation of AI platforms such as Vertex AI or similar.Integrate with vector databases, graph APIs, data pipelines, MCP servers, and automation backends.Support Kubernetes-based deployment of automation services, agent services, APIs, and microservices.Implement infrastructure-as-code for platform environments and network automation resources.Ensure automation platforms meet security, compliance, availability, observability, and operational resilience requirements.Your ProfileExperience in network automation, platform engineering, DevOps, cloud engineering, or telecom automation.Strong hands-on experience with Ansible, Terraform, Python, REST APIs, and automation pipelines.Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, microservices, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code.Experience integrating with network controllers, OSS platforms, cloud platforms, and vendor APIs.Understanding of telecom network domains such as RAN, Core, Transport, IP/MPLS, SD-WAN, Cloud, or OSS.Experience developing intent-to-configuration or policy-driven automation workflows.Experience with API management, service orchestration, and event-driven automation.Understanding of TMF Open APIs and telecom automation frameworks.Ability to implement safe automation with rollback, validation, audit, RBAC, and policy controls. Required Technical SkillsAnsible and Terraform.Python automation.Kubernetes and Docker.CI/CD pipelines.REST APIs, Graph APIs, TMF Open APIs.NETCONF/RESTCONF, gRPC, vendor APIs.API management and orchestration.Intent-to-configuration workflows.Data pipelines.Vector databases and graph APIs.MCP integration.Security frameworks and compliance controls.Observability and logging. Preferred CertificationsKubernetes CKA/CKAD.Terraform Associate.Red Hat Ansible certification.Google Cloud, AWS, or Azure certification.Cisco, Juniper, Nokia, or Ericsson automation-related certifications.TM Forum Open API certification. Nice-to-Have QualificationsExperience with Google Vertex AI, Gemini APIs, BigQuery, or similar platforms.Experience with LangChain, LangGraph, MCP, or agentic AI execution frameworks.Experience with ServiceNow, Netcracker, Amdocs, Ericsson, Nokia, Cisco NSO, Juniper Paragon, or similar orchestration platforms.Experience building secure automation for production telecom environments. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we stillencourage you to apply, your unique experience could be just what we need.Make it real – what does it mean for you?​ Exposure to top global companies working withCapgemini (145 of the Fortune 500 companies)Open access to digital learning platforms​Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity and inclusion like OutFront, CapAbility or Women@Capgemini​​Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who:​Declare they have a disability, and ​Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.​Please opt in during the application process.​​Capgemini. Make it real.​Need to knowAll roles will require a level of security clearance; BPSS OR Security Clearance OR Developed Vetting. ### Location This is a permanent role with Capgemini, offering a hybrid working model. The client is based in Newbury and occasional travel to the client site will be required.You can bring your whole self to work. At Capgemini building an inclusivefuture is part of everyday life and will be part of your working reality. We havebuilt a representative and welcoming environment, for everyone.About CapgeminiCapgemini is an AI-powered global business and technology transformation partner, delivering tangible business value. We imagine the future of organisations and make it real with AI, technology and people. With our strong heritage of nearly 60 years, we are a responsible and diverse group of over 420,000 team members in more than 50 countries. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions with our deep industry expertise and strong partner ecosystem, leveraging our capabilities across strategy, technology, design, engineering and business operations. The Group reported 2025 global revenues of €22.5 billion.​ Make it real | www.capgemini.com ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Aug 1, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 78 days - Location: Abingdon, London[Apply on Capgemini’s careers site →](https://www.capgemini.com/jobs/517599-en_GB+sap_btp) ## More jobs at Capgemini ### [RAN Network Domain Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/b1fc5081a0bfebe8b991/) Abingdon, London ### [AI Data Scientist - Autonomous Network](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/edc313f4c2cf9c213f01/) Abingdon, London ### [Senior AI LLM Consultant - Autonomous Networks](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/3c96330d775800469066/) Abingdon, London ### [Senior OSS & Autonomous Networks Consultant](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/efd0b2dd4bb48a73ba33/) Abingdon, London ### [Telco Security Architect](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capgemini/jobs/3b9d8e0be45fdf94e9d8/) Abingdon, London ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Platform Engineer-Ansible and Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/motorola-solutions/jobs/ec55fc8a480b8df2d7ec/) Motorola Solutions · Bangalore, India ### [Senior Automation Engineer (Platform & AI Automation) (all humans)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/erste-group-bank/jobs/f2223a94be97af0da7fe/) Erste Group Bank · Bratislava ### [Automation Engineer_Siemens & Rockwell Automation Platform](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/merck-kgaa-germany/jobs/017a130bf6aea963bfdb/) Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany and its affiliates · Bangalore, Karnataka, India ### [Automation Engineer or Platform Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/motorola-solutions/jobs/e561b276ecf2ca9141a6/) Motorola Solutions · Bangalore, India ### [Platform Engineer: Automation](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nedbank/jobs/c8e2686f68176621c129/) Nedbank · Johannesburg, ZA [Operations jobs](/functions/operations/) OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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