The Ansible/Terraform Automation Engineer will be an integral part of our engineering team, responsible for developing automation and orchestration solutions to enhance our IT infrastructure deployment and management capabilities. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in infrastructure as code (IaC) principles, with extensive experience in Ansible and Terraform.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement automation solutions using Ansible for configuration management and Terraform for infrastructure provisioning.
- Work closely with the development, operations, and project management teams to understand requirements and develop effective automation strategies.
- Maintain and optimize existing Ansible playbooks and Terraform scripts to ensure high efficiency and reliability.
- Automate the setup, configuration, and management of cloud environments, servers, applications, and databases.
- Ensure best practices in security, scalability, and maintainability are incorporated into the automation workflows.
- Document automation processes, setups, and configurations for internal use and customer guidance.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in automation technologies and methodologies, recommending improvements to processes and tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience with automation/configuration management using Ansible.
- 3+ years of experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform.
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
- Solid understanding of cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their management APIs.
- Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
- Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Please note that this is a direct-hire opportunity only; we are not considering candidates for corp-to-corp arrangements or offshore partnerships at this time.
Silex offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status.
Silex Data Solutions, a high-growth, privately owned systems integrator operated business based in Tennessee, is at the cutting-edge of IT innovation. Our team, comprising seasoned IT veterans, takes a holistic approach to technology, focusing on Business Processes and IT Automation. We are dedicated to Research & Development, constantly pushing the boundaries to provide efficient, cost-effective solutions that maximize ROI for our clients. Our unique delivery methodology ensures a deep understanding of client needs, offering opportunities for education and empowerment in new IT initiatives. At Silex, we not only commit to technological advancement but also to the growth and development of our team, providing a dynamic environment where technical skills can flourish and career opportunities abound.