Senior Infrastructure Automation Engineer
HybridManchester, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Design reusable infrastructure services, IaC templates, and advanced orchestration frameworks to reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency. Lead groundbreaking automation projects from conception to deployment, developing Python-based solutions with supporting APIs and frontend tooling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into scalable processes, overseeing the full lifecycle while conducting pre- and post-release testing to ensure service reliability. Build self-service automation capabilities, maintain version control for reproducible infrastructure, and research emerging technologies to enhance automation and AI-driven capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- Deep understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles.
- Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and PostgreSQL for developing automated processes with supporting APIs and frontend tooling.
- Expertise in network and security technologies, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, and firewall configurations.
- Experience with content delivery technologies, load balancing, caching, and cloud-based services.
- Working knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
- Hands-on experience with automation and tooling platforms such as Ansible, Jenkins, and GIT.
- Proven ability to manage change and version control systems.
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others.
- Must be available for weekend shifts.
Desired Qualifications
- Researching emerging technologies to enhance automation capabilities.
- Maintaining and upholding coding standards across the automation space.
- Performing QA on prospective code to ensure adherence to best practices.
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