DevOps Automation Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Brazil, +5 more countries.

📋 Description

• Design and implement Infrastructure as Code solutions utilizing Terraform and OpenTofu for provisioning both cloud and on-premises infrastructure.

• Create and maintain Ansible playbooks and roles for managing configurations, deploying applications, and patching systems across diverse environments.

• Architect and enhance Ansible Tower/AWX implementations for large-scale enterprise automation, focusing on RBAC, credential management, and workflow orchestration.

• Spearhead the integration of agentic AI capabilities to streamline decision-making processes and diminish manual operational tasks.

• Establish automation practices, standards, and frameworks; conduct code reviews for infrastructure automation initiatives.

• Diagnose and resolve intricate automation challenges; generate technical documentation to facilitate knowledge transfer.

• Integrate automation solutions with CI/CD pipelines, monitoring systems, and ticketing platforms.

• Document technical architecture, runbooks, and operational procedures for automation systems.

• Assess and propose new automation tools and technologies to enhance efficiency and mitigate operational risks.

• Collaborate with Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security teams to embed automation throughout IT operations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of experience in IT infrastructure and systems administration.

• Expert-level knowledge of Terraform and/or OpenTofu, with a proven ability to manage complex infrastructure states.

• Advanced proficiency in Ansible, with demonstrated experience designing and maintaining Ansible Tower or AWX in production settings.

• Strong programming skills in Python, including the ability to write custom modules, plugins, and automation scripts.

• Comprehensive understanding of DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and best practices in infrastructure-as-code.

• Experience with public cloud platforms (Azure, GCP) as well as hybrid and on-premises infrastructure.

• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a proven track record of resolving production incidents.

• Exceptional communication abilities; capable of conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience.

• Preferred: Hands-on experience in implementing and managing agentic AI solutions for automating IT operations.

• Preferred: Experience with advanced features of Ansible Tower (workflows, dynamic inventory, LDAP/SAML integration).

• Preferred: Familiarity with CMDB and ServiceNow integrations.

• Preferred: Knowledge of GitOps methodologies and tools (ArgoCD, Flux).

• Preferred: Certifications such as HashiCorp Certified Terraform Associate, Ansible Specialist, or other relevant cloud/infrastructure certifications.

• Preferred: Contributions to open-source projects or demonstrated thought leadership in infrastructure automation.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.

• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.

• A collaborative and innovative work environment.