Ansible Developer (Remote)

Position Overview

We are looking for two experienced Ansible Developers for a 1-year contract starting in January 2024. These resources will focus on designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions for a large-scale infrastructure. The ideal candidates will have expertise in Ansible development, with prior experience working on OpenShift within a Kubernetes-based platform. While the automation being developed is not microservices-based, familiarity with such environments is a plus. 

*Please note, this is a contract position through Trace3*

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and modules for infrastructure automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define automation requirements and implement effective solutions.
• Optimize existing Ansible-based solutions for performance and scalability.
• Integrate Ansible with OpenShift and Kubernetes platforms for enhanced automation.
• Provide detailed documentation for Ansible scripts, workflows, and processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in Ansible scripts and automation workflows.
• Develop and manage Windows-based Ansible solutions as needed.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline integration and automation initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience with Ansible development, including writing custom playbooks, roles, and modules.
• Strong understanding of OpenShift and Kubernetes platforms.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Bash.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code principles and tools.
• Familiarity with Windows-based Ansible development 
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base salary.Estimated Pay Range$70 - $75 USDThe Perks:

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability
• Competitive Compensation
• Training and development programs
• Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages
• Collaborative and cool culture
• Work-life balance and generous paid time off