Python/Ansible Engineer

*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:adfa08e8-608f-43bd-b40e-3c0d703ec74b-39" data-turn-id-container="request-WEB:adfa08e8-608f-43bd-b40e-3c0d703ec74b-39" data-testid="conversation-turn-80" data-turn="assistant">Job Summary The Python/Ansible Engineer will support a large-scale Configuration-as-Code transformation initiative focused on building the engineering foundation required to manage infrastructure configuration data through source control, automation, validation, and platform integration. The role requires strong hands-on experience with Python, Ansible, YAML, Git-based workflows, and CI/CD pipelines, along with the ability to independently deliver automation solutions within established project timelines.Key Responsibilities • Design and develop a Git-based configuration management repository structure. • Implement branch protection, pull request workflows, and governance controls. • Develop CI/CD pipelines to validate configuration data against defined schemas and quality standards. • Build automation solutions supporting Configuration-as-Code initiatives. • Build integrations that export configuration data for AI-assisted analysis and cross-team review processes. • Develop APIs and automation workflows to synchronize configuration data between enterprise platforms. • Create and maintain Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) job templates and workflows to automate configuration management activities. • Develop Python-based automation solutions to support platform and configuration management requirements. • Translate existing configuration baselines into YAML (YML) format. • Work with JSON, YAML, and other structured configuration data. • Implement automated validation processes for configuration data. • Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and platform engineering teams to define standards and automation requirements. • Support platform integrations and DevOps enablement initiatives. • Produce technical Markdown documentation, implementation guides, and support materials. • Apply source control, automation, and governance practices to improve configuration management processes.Required Qualifications • 8+ years of relevant engineering experience with the ability to work independently. • Strong hands-on experience with Python and automation engineering. • Experience with Ansible and configuration automation. • Experience with Git, GitHub and/or GitLab, and pull request-based development workflows. • Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines. • Experience implementing automated validation processes. • Strong experience working with YAML/YML files and structured configuration data. • Experience working with JSON. • Strong understanding of REST APIs and data integration patterns. • Experience with schema-based data validation. • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Configuration as Code, or DevOps engineering practices. • Experience developing automation workflows and platform integrations. • Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or other automation-focused programming languages.Preferred Qualifications • Experience with Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) and/or AWX. • Experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD). • Familiarity with AI, Machine Learning, or automated content analysis workflows. • Experience developing enterprise integrations between multiple systems of record. • Knowledge of configuration management, governance, compliance, and operational controls._:empty]:hidden">