Automation Engineer

SiXworks; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private Medical cover

Life Assurance

Generous pension

Bonus & Professional development and培训

On-site parking, gym, café & eaton

Job summary

SiXworks in the United Kingdom is seeking an Automation Engineer to design, develop and commission automation solutions in a secure, experimentation-driven environment. You will work with architects and SMEs to deliver reliable automation with real operational impact.

Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms, scripting in Bash, Python or PowerShell, and IaC tools like Terraform or Ansible is valued, as is Git and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Scripting in Bash, Python and PowerShell.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operation, development and implementation of automation to support solution design on hosting platforms.
• Collaborate with solution SMEs and maintenance teams to support tasks requiring automation.
• Support system integration cycles and validation to ensure functional and security compliance of the solution with project requirements.
• Support writing of technical documentation, including diagrams and operating procedures.
• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Azure

Scripting Bash

Python

PowerShell

Terraform

Ansible

DSC

Git

CI/CD

Linux

Kubernetes

Containerization

OpenSSL

Active Directory

ADFS

IIS

DNS

Networking

Job description

Work on Technology That Protects What Matters

AtSiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that supportDefence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter.

We’re looking for an Automation Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact.

What You’ll Do

As an Automation Engineer, you will work alongside experienced Architects and application SMEs to design, develop, and commission automation solutions in an experimentation environment.

Your work may include:

• Assist in the operation, development and implementation of automation to support our solution design on various hosting platforms.

• Collaborate with solution SMEs and maintenance teams to support tasks requiring automation.

• Support system integration cycles and validation to ensure functional and security compliance of the solution with project requirements.

• Support writing of technical documentation, including diagrams and operating procedures.

• Stay current with emerging automation technologies and industry best practices.

What We’re Looking For

We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don’t need to tick every box, but we’re particularly interested in people with skills/experience in:

• Experience with Azure or other cloud platforms.

• Scripting in languages such as BASH, Python and PowerShell.

• Declarative Infrastructure as code tooling such as Terraform, Ansible and Microsoft DSC.

• Git in conjunction with CI/CD services and version control.

• Experience with Linux and opensource services such as Kubernetes, Containerisation, Registries, Web services and DNS.

• Experience with Windows server variants and Enterprise Services such as Active Directory, ADFS, IIS or Certificate Services.

• Experience with Public Key Infrastructure and tooling such as OpenSSL

• Knowledge of networking concepts: IP addressing, subnets, routing and firewalls

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with strong analytical and proactive problem-solving skills.

• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

• Eager to learn and develop technical skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Able to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Organised and capable of managing multiple tasks effectively.

• Eligibility for SC Clearance with a willingness to apply for DV.

Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered.

About SiXworks

SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner deliveringsecure, mission-critical technologyto Defence and National Security organisations. We focus ondigital experimentation, secure-by-design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application developmentto help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges.

Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive.

Why Join Us

Our culture is guided by six principles:Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and InclusivityourNorth Starfor how we work. SiXworksis a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fastcutting-edgetechnology solutions deployed in highly secure environments.

As an end-to-end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission-critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self-motivated people to join the team on our journey.

We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development,

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance
• Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution)
• Bonus and Professional development and training support
• In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces.

A word on UK Security Clearance

Due to the secure nature of the positionand working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtainSecurity Clearance.More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here:

United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Interested?