Python and Ansible Developer

Robotics Prcocess Automation, LLC; Middletown (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automation solutions provider is seeking an experienced automation engineer to develop and maintain automation scripts using Python and Ansible. The role involves designing infrastructure as code solutions, optimizing workflows, and integrating solutions with CI/CD pipelines. Ideal applicants should have over 5 years of experience in Python, and familiarity with Ansible and Linux systems. This position aims to improve operational efficiency and offer cloud platform experience, adding value in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Python programming for scripting and automation.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible for configuration management and orchestration.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code concepts and tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain automation scripts using Python and Ansible.
• Design and implement infrastructure as code solutions.
• Automate repetitive tasks to increase operational efficiency.

Skills

Python programming

Ansible

Linux/Unix systems administration

CI/CD practices

Version control systems (e.g., Git)

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Tools

Docker

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Terraform

Kubernetes

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain automation scripts and playbooks using Python and Ansible.
• Design and implement infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions for provisioning, configuring, and managing servers and services.
• Automate repetitive tasks and workflows to increase operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Integrate automation solutions with CI/CD pipelines and existing infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in automation scripts and playbooks.
• Document processes, workflows, and technical designs for future reference and scalability.
• Collaborate with DevOps, infrastructure, and application teams to gather requirements and deliver robust automation solutions.
• Stay up to date with best practices and new tools in Python, Ansible, and automation technologies.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in Python programming for scripting and automation.
• Hands on experience with Ansible for configuration management and orchestration.
• Familiarity with infrastructure as code concepts and tools.
• Knowledge of Linux/Unix systems administration.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platfor:ms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Familiarity with Docker and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of other automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Puppet, Chef).
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and alerting tools.

ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of female, minority, disability and veterans, (M/F/D/V). Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship/immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC will not make any posting or employment decision that does not comply with applicable laws relating to labor and employment, equal opportunity, employment eligibility requirements or related matters. Nor will ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION LLC require in a posting or otherwise U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency in the U.S. as a condition of employment except as necessary to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or federal, state, or local government contract