Automation ConsultantClient team is looking for an experienced Automation Consultant with strong expertise in infrastructure automation, VMware, and Ansible to join our team. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and implement automation solutions to streamline infrastructure operations across virtualized, on-premise, and cloud environments. This role requires hands-on experience in Ansible-based automation, VMware orchestration, and backup and storage automation, along with a deep understanding of DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies.Primary Job ResponsibilitiesProficient in scripting languages like Python, JavaScript (NodeJS), PowerShell and other programming languagesSolid understanding of config management tools like – Ansible, ChefShould have used Ansible for task automation.
IT orchestration, where you have to run tasks in sequence and create a chain of events which must happen on several different servers or devices. configuration management, application deployment,In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, Design, create, and deliver, implementation, maintenance, and support of user workflows implemented in Ansible by Red Hat and other configuration management tools.Expertise in API development and integrationAbility to work with SQL and no-sql Db's – MySQL, Mongo, PostgreSQL etc.Comfortable working with YAML files and playbook creation in YAML filesUnderstanding of cloud infrastructure automation tools (Terraform) and container platforms (e.g. Docker) and container orchestration (e.g.
Kubernetes)Integrate automation workflows with backup, monitoring, and storage systems to ensure operational consistency and reliability.Required SkillsBackground in architecting and designing complex customer solutions in a rapidly evolving technology domain using AnsibleIntermediate-level scripting in Bash or PythonDirect experience with provisioning, orchestration, packages, services, configuration, and deployment using Ansible by Red HatPractical experience writing Ansible by Red Hat playbooksDemonstrated understanding of Linux internalsYou will also need to use your solid understanding of DevOps methodologies and tools to apply them within target organizations.Good software development life cycle (SDLC) skillsExperience with Git, GitHub, and JenkinsExperience working with distributed teams, delivering enterprise quality software, and working on open source software projectsGood balance of strategic and tactical skills; high level of mental agility and capacity for original thoughtAbility to study on your own and quickly learn and put into practice new factsPassion for open source, software, tooling, and automationExperience implementing a continuous integration (CI) or continuous development (CD) pipelineBroad and deep technical experience with one or more virtualization and cloud technologies like Red Hat OpenStack Platform, Red Hat Virtualization, VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Amazon Web Services (AWS), or Microsoft AzureKnowledge of container management and orchestration toolsComfortable working with highly distributed teams, including interaction with open source communities by email and IRCFamiliarity with security fundamentals at the infrastructure and operating system level, including the cloud environment and hypervisorsSoft SkillsStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities.Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work in cross-functional and global teams.Self-motivated and proactive with a passion for automation and continuous improvement.Ability to learn and adapt quickly to emerging technologies and tools.