Senior Automation Engineer; Ansible Engineer

Job title:

- Senior Automation Engineer (Ansible Engineer)
Location:

- Dallas, TX 75201
Duration:

- 07 Months

Qualifications

• 7+ years of extensive experience in end-to-end enterprise software development life cycle experience, automation including maintenance and support
• Advanced Ansible Expertise: Proven experience developing playbooks, roles, modules and workflows for complex and secure enterprise environments
• Scripting Proficiency: Advanced skills in Python, Bash, or Power Shell for custom automation solutions
• API Development and Integration: Expertise in building RESTful APIs using modern frameworks (Fast API, Flask) and implementing diverse integration patterns to trigger and orchestrate automation workflows
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficiency in version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks
• Multi-Platform Knowledge: Strong understanding of Linux/Unix systems, Windows, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent background or equivalent experience.
• Experience with automation orchestration platforms (e.g., Service Now, ARIA ) is a plus
• Working experience in Agile and Scaled Agile environments
• Knowledge of secure coding standards and banking environment is a plus

Responsibilities:

• As a Senior Automation Engineer in Infrastructure, Platforms & Operations, you will be accountable for developing automations and enabling self-service of infrastructure engagements system wide.
• This team is part of a critical initiative launched to support the organization’s 3 year strategic vision to automate / self-service engagements that support entire client

What Will Be Expected of You

• Work in multiple service automation engagements to automate the high priority tasks, services and end to end workflows across Infrastructure, Platforms & Operations
• Design, develop, and maintain end-to-end automation solutions using Ansible (playbooks, roles, modules, and workflows) for complex, secure enterprise environments
• Execute the full software development lifecycle for automation projects, from requirements gathering through deployment, maintenance, support and hand-over
• Create advanced automation scripts using Python, Bash, and/or Power Shell to address complex business requirements and develop custom tools that enhance operational efficiency
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs using modern frameworks (FastAPI, Flask) to orchestrate automation workflows and implement integration patterns that connect diverse enterprise systems
• Build and optimize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions with CI/CD pipelines, version control best practices, and automated testing frameworks to ensure code quality and reliability
• Collaborate within Agile and Scaled Agile frameworks with cross-functional teams including infrastructure, security, and service teams to deliver integrated solutions
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure all automation solutions comply with enterprise security policies and banking regulations where applicable
• Document solutions, create runbooks, and maintain knowledge base articles
• Provide technical support for automations, troubleshoot production issues, and participate in on-call rotation as needed
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and contribute to automation standards, best practices, and governance frameworks
• Other duties assigned as necessary