Automation Engineer - Ansible & Enterprise Platforms

Job#: 3030696

Job Description:
Automation Engineer - Ansible & Enterprise Platforms

Location: Chandler, Arizona (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 12 Months

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Automation Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on building and enhancing an enterprise-level Ansible Automation Platform. This role involves handling complex engineering tasks, developing controls for automation platforms, and implementing a complete SDLC chain for managing automation content. The ideal candidate will be a proficient technical resource who can contribute as a team member and an individual, influencing activities related to special initiatives and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of systems engineering activities, including technical support and data center capabilities.
• Develop controls for automation platforms with a focus on shared content across enterprise tools.
• Implement and manage the SDLC chain for automation content.
• Serve as a proficient technical resource, providing knowledge and capabilities to the team.
• Assist in establishing input/output processes and parameters for hardware compatibility and system integration.
• Consider applications and platforms across the organizational portfolio for symbiotic alignment and service offering augmentation.
• Incorporate multiple AI channels into standard practice to foster productivity and quality.

Required Qualifications

Experience:

• 5+ years of top-tier systems engineering experience.
• 5+ years of experience with Ansible Automation Platform.
• 5+ years of experience with TrueSight Server Orchestrator.
• Expert-level Unix/Linux administration and scripting (5+ years) in yaml, xml, python, perl, and shell.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to senior management.
• Proficiency in working in a fast-paced, complex, and dynamic business environment.
• Demonstrated analytical, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence individuals across the organization.
• Ability to understand complex application infrastructure and model for compliance reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Github Copilot is a plus.
• Familiarity with TrueSight Server Automation (BladeLogic) will be helpful for current engineering support needs.

Work Environment

This position requires a hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week onsite.

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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.