Ansible Architect
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Ansible Architect
Location Bangalore/Hyderabad
Experience 10 years
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Ansible Architect to join our team and lead the design and implementation of our infrastructure automation strategies. The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in Ansible installation configuration and automation with a particular focus on designing scalable and efficient automation solutions for server patching server provisioning server retirement and integrating Ansible with thirdparty applications such as SolarWinds ServiceNow and Active Directory. The candidate should also have a strong background in exploring and implementing various automation solutions and mentoring other team members in best practices.
Responsibilities:
Ansible Installation and Configuration:
- Lead the design installation and configuration of Ansible to manage and automate complex infrastructure tasks efficiently.
- Architect scalable Ansible playbooks roles and inventories to optimize and streamline automation processes.
- Server Patching and Management:
- Develop and oversee the maintenance of sophisticated Ansible playbooks for automating server patching processes.
- Ensure enterprisewide server patching is performed timely and accurately minimizing downtime and ensuring compliance.
- Server Provisioning and Retirement:
- Architect and automate the provisioning and decommissioning of servers according to organizational requirements using Ansible.
- Implement and enforce best practices for server lifecycle management and ensure alignment with organizational policies.
- Integration with ThirdParty Applications:
- Design and implement integrations between Ansible and thirdparty applications such as SolarWinds ServiceNow and Active Directory to enhance automation capabilities.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to ensure seamless and efficient integration of various systems.
Automation Solutions:
- Identify and architect opportunities for advanced automation beyond Ansible including other tools and technologies.
- Stay abreast of emerging technologies and tools to continuously improve automation processes and propose innovative solutions.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Ensure comprehensive documentation of all Ansible configurations playbooks and automation workflows.
- Generate and review regular reports on automation activities performance and ongoing improvements providing strategic insights to senior management.
Mentorship and Leadership:
- Mentor and guide junior engineers and team members in Ansible best practices and advanced automation techniques.
- Lead workshops and training sessions to build and enhance the teams overall automation capabilities.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
- Extensive experience as an Ansible Engineer Architect or a similar role.
- Advanced knowledge of Ansible installation configuration and complex automation.
- Proven expertise in designing and implementing scalable Ansible playbooks roles and inventories.
- Significant experience in server patching provisioning and retirement using Ansible.
- Demonstrated experience in integrating Ansible with thirdparty applications like SolarWinds ServiceNow and Active Directory.
- Strong scripting skills (e.g. Python Shell) and a deep understanding of automation best practices.
- Excellent problemsolving troubleshooting and strategic thinking skills.
- Ability to lead work independently and collaborate effectively in a fastpaced environment.
- Strong communication leadership and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications such as Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Ansible Automation certification are highly desirable.
Employment Type
Full Time
