TITLE: Ansible WorX (AWX) Automation Engineer
LOCATION: Remote in US or hybrid in Birmingham, AL preferred
ANTICIPATED DURATION: 3 years
Responsibilities:
- Support the Ansible WorX (AWX) automation platform and integrations to GitHub Enterprise, CyberArk, LDAP
- Automate reusable solutions for use across the infrastructure organization including documentation and training
- Develop scripts, workflows, and playbooks for infrastructure (telecom, network, compute, operations) following coding and security standards
- Automate configuration and monitoring using tools like Ansible, Python, or vendor APIs
- Implement and manage configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef) for OS and middleware automation
- Develop, document, and maintain enterprise-wide standards for automation practices and tools
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand diverse automation needs and advocate for unified solutions
- Provide guidance and training to peers on effective branching strategies, versioning, and code review processes
- Integrate automation workflows with ITSM and CMDB systems
- Build and maintain automated patching, compliance, and reporting frameworks
- Optimize infrastructure utilization and reduce manual intervention in operational tasks
- Participate in IS Automation Program initiatives
- Communicate progress, problems and best practices to management, leads and teammates
Requirements:
- BS/BA in Computer Science or MIS is desired or equivalent work experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of automation technologies and processes
- Basic knowledge of security policies
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems
- Familiarity with enterprise networking (Cisco)
- Proficiency with scripting (Ansible, PowerShell, Python, Bash, REST APIs)
- Hands-on experience with automation platforms (Ansible Tower/AWX/AAP, vRealize Automation, HashiCorp Terraform)
- Experience with source control systems (e.g., Git, Azure DevOps, GitHub) in enterprise environments
- Demonstrate strong communication and influence skills to encourage adoption of automation standards
- Ability to effectively organize tasks, manage multiple priorities/details, meet schedules, and deliver on customer commitments
- Ability to negotiate with and influence others—internally as well as vendors
- Ability to build relationships and work in a team atmosphere as well as work independently
- Ability to provide and accept feedback
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrate Southern Style: Unquestionable trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment
- Professional oral and written communication skills
The hourly pay rate range for this position is $55.00 to $65.00 (dependent on factors including but not limited to client requirements, experience, statutory considerations, and location). Benefits available to full-time employees: medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k and commuter benefits.
Synergis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including but not limited to, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act.
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