Automation Engineer

Compunnel, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative tech company in North Carolina is seeking an Automation Engineer to automate IT operations at scale. The candidate should have 3+ years in automation or systems engineering, with hands-on experience in Ansible and scripting languages. Key responsibilities include developing automation workflows and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. This role is perfect for problem-solvers who thrive in agile environments, enjoy collaboration, and are eager to implement innovative automation solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automation, DevOps, or systems engineering.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible and YAML-based playbook development.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks.
• Build and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
• Develop automation scripts using Python or PowerShell.

Skills

Automation

DevOps

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Ansible

Python

PowerShell

GitLab

REST APIs

YAML

Job description

The Automation Engineer works within a collaborative Agile scrum team to automate IT operations at scale.

The role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining automated remediation solutions using Ansible and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.

The engineer will develop event-driven automation workflows, partner with subject‑matter experts, and contribute to improving system reliability and reducing manual effort.

This position is well‑suited for individuals who enjoy scripting, automation, and problem‑solving in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand‑ups and sprint planning, using Jira to manage work and deliverables.
• Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks in YAML to automate operational tasks and remediation efforts.
• Build and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for consistent, repeatable automation across environments.
• Develop automation scripts using Python or PowerShell, with Bash or Perl as supplementary scripting options.
• Integrate automation with internal and external systems using REST APIs.
• Implement and maintain GitLab CI/CD pipelines to support safe testing and deployment of automation.
• Create and refine event‑driven workflows triggered by system alerts or operational events.
• Collaborate with SMEs and cross‑functional teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and validate solutions.
• Execute assigned sprint tasks independently while contributing to team commitments.
• Produce documentation and knowledge‑sharing materials to enhance reuse and long‑term maintainability.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in automation, DevOps, or systems engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with Ansible and YAML‑based playbook development.
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and practices.
• Scripting experience with Python and/or PowerShell (Bash or Perl as supplementary).
• Experience integrating systems using REST APIs.
• Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably in GitLab.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience on sprint‑based teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills for working with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience importing, transforming, or integrating data from multiple sources.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Working knowledge of SQL, including writing and optimizing queries.