Solutions Architect Ansible - 3107EvdB

We are looking for an Ansible Automation Architect to form part of the product feature team based in Midrand area.

This is a 3-year Contract renewable based on performance only and you will be working on a hybrid model of 2-3 office days a week (rotational).

Job Description

• Design and implement scalable and robust automation architectures using Ansible ensuring alignment with organizational goals and best practices.
• Develop and execute automation strategies that enhance operational efficiency, reduce manual tasks, and improve service delivery across IT environments.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to teams on Ansible best practices, architecture, and implementation strategies.
• Integrate Ansible with Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to automate application deployment, testing, and infrastructure provisioning.
• Work closely with development, operations, and security teams to gather requirements, understand workflows, and ensure automation solutions meet business needs.
• Develop custom Ansible modules and plugins to extend the functionality of Ansible and meet specific automation requirements.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of Ansible automation processes, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for automation processes, architectures, and best practices. Share knowledge through training sessions and workshops.
• Ensure that automation solutions adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements, implementing necessary controls and audits.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting support for automation issues, working to resolve problems quickly and efficiently.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and trends in automation and DevOps, evaluating their potential impact on the organization and recommending new tools or practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to communicate the value of automation initiatives, gather feedback, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Mentor junior architects and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the automation team.
• Apply best practices for effective communication and problem-solving.

Qualifications:

• Qualification in IT Business Analysis (Diploma/Degree/Certification) or relevant.
• 8 years experience in an architectural role.
• On-premise and virtualization technology expertise in Ansible Automation.
• Red Hat Certification.
• Experience in testing (especially automated testing).
• Proficiency in Ansible core concepts including playbooks, roles, modules, and inventory management.
• Experience with Ansible Tower or AWX for managing and scaling Ansible automation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Terraform, Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Understanding of IaC principles and tools including Terraform or CloudFormation to manage infrastructure through code.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and virtualization technologies (VMware, OpenStack) to automate cloud resource provisioning and management.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work with cross-functional teams including developers, operations, and security to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Ability to create comprehensive documentation for automation processes and provide training to team members on Ansible best practices.
• Strong analytical skills to identify automation opportunities and troubleshoot complex issues in automation workflows.
• Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter.

Beneficial:

• Experience with configuration management practices and tools ensuring systems are consistently configured and maintained.
• Familiarity with Confluence and Jira.
• Multitasking.
• Leadership.
• Stakeholder and Provider steering and KPI delivery management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organized and highly analytical mindset.

Package & Remuneration:

Salary Market Related

Key Skills:

Organizational Management, Presentation Skills, Agile, SAFe, AWS, Solution Architecture, Conflict Management, Data Management, Scrum, Team Management, Pre-sales, Management Consulting.