Cloud Network Engineer - AI & Automation

Job Description

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What you’ll build

Intelligent Network Systems

• AI-driven automation solutions that make networks self-healing and adaptive
• Machine learning pipelines that detect anomalies and optimize performance in real-time
• Building secure network infrastructure as code

Multi-Cloud Infrastructure at Scale

• Infrastructure-as-code solutions spanning AWS, GCP, and Azure
• Automated CI/CD pipelines that accelerate deployment cycles
• Self-optimizing cloud environments that reduce operational overhead

Smart Automation Workflows

• End-to-end automation that eliminates repetitive operational tasks
• Intelligent configuration management systems using Terraform and Ansible
• Event-driven orchestration that powers rapid infrastructure scaling

What you bring:

Core Technical Expertise

• 2+ years of hands-on cloud platform experience (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Python scripting for automation and AI solutions
• Proficiency with Terraform, Ansible, and CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)

Infrastructure Mindset

• Linux/Unix system administration background
• Experience with developing intelligent automation and AI solutions
• Knowledge of automation best practices, scalability, and cost optimization
• Ability to troubleshoot complex workflows and mentor others

Nice-to-Have Strengths

• Advanced networking knowledge (VPC, DNS, load balancing, architecture)
• Security expertise (Palo Alto, Fortinet, F5)
• Cloud certifications (AWS/GCP/Azure Architect or AI Specialist)
• Observability and monitoring platform experience

Where you belong:

A Team That Values Innovation

• Cutting-edge culture at the intersection of networking, security, AI, and automation
• Hybrid flexibility to work your way
• Continuous learning budget

A Collaborative Environment

• Knowledge-sharing culture with experienced mentors in AI and automation
• Cross-functional partnerships with network, platform, and application teams
• Opportunity to directly impact infrastructure intelligence and reduce operational complexity

A Place With Real Impact

• Your solutions directly transform how networks operate
• Work on rapidly evolving challenges with clear career advancement
• Build systems that learn, adapt, and scale—turning automation into intelligence

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 448747 | Work Area: Software-Development Operations | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid