Orchestration Software Engineer

The Infrastructure Automation Engineering Service designs, builds and validates automation for a secure, multi-site platform. The team develops Python3-based low-level automation, Ansible deployment logic, Jenkins build pipelines, and Bash/PowerShell scripting, focusing on hardware automation, service configuration and integration with REST/SOAP APIs.Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and validate infrastructure automation components.
  • Reverse-engineer applications, designs and manual processes into zero-touch automation.
  • Build parameterised, dynamic automation for consistent multi-environment deployment.
  • Produce production-grade code aligned with industry and internal standards.
  • Use Git/Bitbucket for version control and peer review.
  • Produce and review HLDs and LLDs.
  • Support system testing and resolve automation/deployment issues.
  • Operate within the Atlassian suite (JIRA, Confluence).
Essential Skills & Experience

Minimum 12 months hands-on experience (within last 3 years) in:

  • Developing complex Python3 automation for production systems
  • Using Ansible, Puppet or Chef
  • Bash and PowerShell 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
  • Advanced Python3/PowerShell features: Workflows, DSC, Bare-Metal Deployment

Additional requirements:

  • Recent professional certification (CCNP, VCP, RHCA/RHCE, OCA or equivalent).
  • Strong communication, analytical and critical-thinking skills.
  • Active SC clearance.
  • Competent with Microsoft Office.
Desirable Experience
  • Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bamboo).
  • Secure or regulated public-sector environments.
  • Delivery of accredited UK government solutions.
  • Degree in Computer Science or related field.
Role Details
  • Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
  • Salary: £50,000£70,000
  • Location: Hybrid, Corsham (Wiltshire)
  • Benefits: Additional leave, pension, employee discount, WFH options

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Job Details

Company
The Thrive Team
Location
Corsham, Wiltshire, UK
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Full-time
Posted