Infrastructure Automation Engineer

The Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service delivers automation for a secure, multi-site platform, building high-quality components using Python3, Ansible and Bash. The role focuses on hardware platforms, system services, and integration with REST/SOAP APIs.Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and validate infrastructure automation components.
• Reverse-engineer applications, designs and manual processes into zero-touch automation.
• Develop parameterised, dynamic automation for consistent multi-environment deployment.
• Produce production-grade code aligned with industry and internal standards.
• Use Git/Bitbucket for version control, peer review and collaboration.
• Create and review HLD/LLD design artefacts.
• Support system testing and resolve automation-related issues with Service Management.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 12+ months hands-on experience (within last 3 years) in:
  • Building complex Python3 automation for production systems
  • Using Ansible/Puppet/Chef
  • Bash scripting for OS-level automation
  • Automating server, network and storage deployments across multiple vendors
  • Supporting large-scale infrastructure environments
  • Troubleshooting hardware/software failures
  • Working in Agile teams
• Strong Python3 capability including workflows, DSC and bare-metal deployment.
• At least one recent professional certification (e.g., CCNP, VCP, RHCA/RHCE, OCA).
• Excellent communication, analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Active SC clearance.
• Competent with Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo).
• Experience in secure or regulated public-sector environments.
• Background delivering accredited UK government solutions.
• Degree in Computer Science or related field.

Role Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Salary: £50,000£70,000
• Benefits: Additional leave, pension, employee discount, WFH options
• Location: Hybrid, Corsham (Wiltshire)

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