the team would like is someone who developed microservices in the past then progressed into devops/infrastructure engineer.
The tech skills needed will be AWS, linux redhat, ansible, and python for scripting. Someone who is a sys admin or cloud engineer will not be a fit.
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Infrastructure Engineer with a strong background in systems administration, infrastructure automation, and cross-platform systems design. This role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining complex software systems while also contributing to infrastructure management and automation efforts. The ideal candidate will have experience working in large-scale IT environments and be comfortable navigating change control processes and corporate IT governance.
Responsibilities
• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade software solutions and infrastructure tools with a focus on OS-agnostic systems design.
• Automate system administration tasks using Ansible, PowerShell, shell scripting, and other tools.
• Develop and integrate Python-based automation scripts and utilities to streamline infrastructure operations.
• Design and implement robust API integrations to support scalable and secure system interactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
• Integrate and implement system software to meet client and business needs across Windows and Linux environments.
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and post-implementation validation.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation including specifications, test plans, and migration packages.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in both new and legacy systems.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Business Knowledge
• Experience working directly with business partners
• Knowledge of client reporting or financial data systems
Qualifications
Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field AND 8+ years of professional DevOps or software engineering experience.
• Strong foundation in computer science principles including data structures, algorithms, and software design.
• Proven experience in large systems software design and development.
• Hands-on experience with Linux (especially RHEL) and Windows environments.
• Proficiency in Ansible for automation; PowerShell and shell scripting are essential.
• Experience with Python for infrastructure automation and tooling.
• Familiarity with the Red Hat ecosystem (e.g., Satellite, RHEL) is highly desirable.
• Experience working in large IT estates with formal change control and IT management processes.
• Working knowledge of Active Directory and Microsoft Intune for enterprise device and identity management.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred:
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in Agile teams.