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SpaceX

Sr. IT Network Automation Engineer

Hawthorne, CA · On-site

$160K - $225K/yr

... DevOps, network engineering, or site reliability engineering experience OR 8+ years of experience in network automation. * Experience with Linux operating system * Automation skills in Python, Go ...

Prophecy Technologies

Cloud Security Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$59.75 - $80/hr

... Develop automation scripts using Python for security monitoring, compliance validation, and ... DevOps pipelines. • Stay updated on emerging cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for python automation developer in Los Angeles, CA is $63.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.07 and $71.73 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectPython Automation DeveloperQA Automation Engineer
Primary FocusDeveloping automation scripts and tools using Python for various applicationsDesigning and implementing automated tests to ensure software quality
Skills & CertificationsPython programming, scripting, automation frameworksTesting tools, scripting, Python knowledge often preferred
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, automation projectsQuality assurance teams, testing environments
Industry UsageTech companies, software firms, automation service providersSoftware companies, QA departments, testing service providers

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Sr. IT Network Automation Engineer

Sr. IT Network Automation Engineer

SpaceX

Hawthorne, CA • On-site

$160K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 142 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.
SR. IT NETWORK AUTOMATION ENGINEER
SpaceX is looking for an experienced Sr. Network Automation Engineer to help build the tools necessary to support our large and growing network infrastructure. This employee will be a member of the IT Network Engineering team, which is responsible for maintaining a stable, reliable and diverse network. This network supports the designing, manufacturing and launching of rockets, spacecraft, satellites as well as human space flight. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, able to document their work, excel at multi-tasking and enjoy a fast-paced high-tech environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Build network automation tools to support switch configurations, config backups, software updates, logging, monitoring and alerting
  • Create Python scripts to automate manual network processes
  • Measure, maintain, and improve the uptime and performance of the corporate network
  • Act as technical product owner for infrastructure tools and software used by the network engineering team
  • Innovate ways to scale with automation and operational improvements
  • Collaborate closely with network engineers to create highly operable and maintainable infrastructure
  • Provide mentorship to junior engineers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, math, or science discipline and 5+ years of network automation, DevOps, network engineering, or site reliability engineering experience OR 8+ years of experience in network automation.
  • Experience with Linux operating system
  • Automation skills in Python, Go, shell, bash, and/or other languages

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Experience with networking protocols, their application and traffic types: TCP/IPv4/IPv6, gaming, voice, video, broadcast, streaming etc.
  • Experience with source code and version control tools such as Git or Subversion
  • Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities
  • Understanding of fundamental networking
  • Experience with managing hundreds to thousands of network assets in an automated environment
  • Experience with Puppet, Ansible, or other automation frameworks
  • Ability to run projects independently
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay Range:
Sr. IT Network Automation Engineer: $160,000.00 - $225,000.00/year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation and will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Employees accrue paid sick leave pursuant to Company policy which satisfies or exceeds the accrual, carryover, and use requirements of the law.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
  • To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

SpaceX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with SpaceX is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should reach out to EEOCompliance@spacex.com.

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