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Automation Engineer
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Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 28245, USA
Listed on 2026-03-04
Listing for:
Compunnel
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cloud Computing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Automation Engineer works within a collaborative Agile scrum team to automate IT operations at scale.
The role focuses on designing, building, and maintaining automated remediation solutions using Ansible and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
The engineer will develop event-driven automation workflows, partner with subject-matter experts, and contribute to improving system reliability and reducing manual effort.
This position is well-suited for individuals who enjoy scripting, automation, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, including daily stand-ups and sprint planning, using Jira to manage work and deliverables.
- Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks in YAML to automate operational tasks and remediation efforts.
- Build and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for consistent, repeatable automation across environments.
- Develop automation scripts using Python or Power Shell, with Bash or Perl as supplementary scripting options.
- Integrate automation with internal and external systems using REST APIs.
- Implement and maintain Git Lab CI/CD pipelines to support safe testing and deployment of automation.
- Create and refine event-driven workflows triggered by system alerts or operational events.
- Collaborate with SMEs and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, troubleshoot issues, and validate solutions.
- Execute assigned sprint tasks independently while contributing to team commitments.
- Produce documentation and knowledge-sharing materials to enhance reuse and long-term maintainability.
- 3+ years of experience in automation, Dev Ops, or systems engineering.
- Hands-on experience with Ansible and YAML-based playbook development.
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and practices.
- Scripting experience with Python and/or Power Shell (Bash or Perl as supplementary).
- Experience integrating systems using REST APIs.
- Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably in Git Lab.
- Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience on sprint-based teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience importing, transforming, or integrating data from multiple sources.
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
- Working knowledge of SQL, including writing and optimizing queries.
- Experience developing or supporting solutions using Oracle PL/SQL.
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