Technical Specialist - NSO

Technical Specialist - NSO

At Optus, our vision is to become Australia’s most loved everyday brand with lasting customer relationships. For decades we’ve said yes when others have said no. This optimistic challenger spirit makes us who we are today. 

We’re bringing together the most curious-minded people to solve real problems, connect Australians like never before, and help shape the future of Optus while we’re at it. And your future too. We’re already on our way, and ahead of lots of the competition. Now’s the time to go bigger than ever.

This is no ‘quick win’ – we’re in this for the long haul because we know the positive impact it can make on our customers, communities and colleagues. We’re committed to doing it responsibly and ethically and we want you to be a part of it. 

The role

Join us as a Technical Specialist - NSO in the Enterprise Services team at Optus, where you’ll lead the strategy, design, and delivery of key automation solutions for IP transport engineering. In this pivotal role, you’ll conceptualise the automation blueprint, define the roadmap, and integrate cutting-edge automation into network planning, design, deployment, provisioning, and operations. With a focus on Network-DevOps and Carrier Grade IP Transport Networks, you’ll help shape the future of our network by building the automation foundation and driving innovation. If you’re passionate about network automation, skilled in routing, switching, and transmission technologies, and thrive on delivering impactful solutions in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you.

Your day to day will consist of...  

• Configure, manage, and optimize Cisco NSO to drive efficient network automation and operational improvements. 

• Develop and maintain YANG models to represent network services and devices, enabling scalable service automation. 

• Create and support Network Element Drivers (NEDs) for diverse network devices to ensure seamless integration. 

• Automate network workflows using NSO’s service orchestration capabilities to streamline provisioning and operations. 

• Collaborate on CI/CD pipeline development and integrate NSO with network management tools to enhance automation outcomes. 

What makes you perfect for the role?  

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or a related field, providing the essential knowledge and technical grounding for network automation.

• Extensive hands-on experience with Cisco NSO, including configuration, management, troubleshooting, and developing automation workflows.

• Strong understanding of core networking concepts and protocols like TCP/IP, BGP, and OSPF, enabling the design of optimized automation solutions.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java to develop custom applications, automate network tasks, and integrate NSO with other systems.

• Experience implementing DevOps tools and methodologies, including CI/CD pipelines using platforms like Jenkins and Ansible.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for diagnosing complex network issues and creating innovative automation solutions.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across technical teams and explain complex solutions to diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated ability to create detailed network design documentation and deploy configurations in live environments with minimal disruption.

Optus is a place where we let you do you. We offer a range of benefits including:  

• 3 days in the office, 2 days remote – with flexible hours to suit!

• Inclusive paid parental leave with up to 14 weeks for the primary care giver  

• All Optus employees have access to resources, webinars and support via the ‘Parents at Work portal’  

• Own your own growth by accessing an extensive online and facilitator led learning catalogue – even earn a MBA micro-credential via OptusU (University)  

• Connect at work through one of our employee-led volunteer groups: Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+), United Veterans and Yarn Network  

• Vibrant campus life and a variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office.  

• Easy travel to Sydney Campus: Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes); morning and afternoon!  

Curious about our culture? Go behind the scenes with our people by searching #OptusLife on LinkedIn!   

Intrigued but don't tick every box? We are building our AI capabilities and value diverse perspectives. If you're driven to join us on this journey, apply now - your passion matters more than a perfect match.  

At Optus, we are strengthened by others and that means valuing diversity and saying ‘yes’ to embracing individual differences. We are committed to ensuring that our application process provides an equal employment opportunity to all job seekers, including individuals from diverse gender, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, individuals with a disability, individuals identifying as being part of the LGBTQIA+ community, individuals who may have served in the armed forces or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you require any adjustments or accessibility support to participate fairly and equitably in the recruitment process, please email AccessibleRecruitment@optus.com.au along with your preferred method of contact and we will be in touch.  

For more information on Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at Optus, please visit https://www.optus.com.au/about/inclusion-diversity.