Join a project‐driven team delivering impactful automation solutions.
We're looking for an Automation Engineer with experience in Red Hat Ansible and OpenShift. The role operates in a RHEL‐centric environment, integrated with Windows, networking, virtualization and Kubernetes/OpenShift platforms.
Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain enterprise‐grade automation frameworks using Ansible and AAP.
* Build reusable Ansible roles, playbooks, inventories and execution environments aligned to best practices.
* Implement and administer Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) and OpenShift Platforms.
* Automation Controller configuration and management.
* Job templates, workflows, credentials and RBAC.
* Inventory and execution environment management.
* Deliver automation across: Windows and Linux provisioning, configuration, patching and lifecycle operations; network infrastructure, including configuration management and operational automation; virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware or KVM).
* Support Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms through: automation of supporting infrastructure and services; platform‐adjacent operational tasks; integration of Ansible automation with container platforms.
* Implement operational and security automation, including configuration standardisation and compliance enforcement, vulnerability remediation and security uplift initiatives, and reduction of manual and error‐prone operational activities.
* Collaborate closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, Platform, Network and Security teams.
* Produce clear, maintainable documentation and reusable automation assets.
What will make you successful in this role?
You will thrive in this role if you enjoy building reliable, scalable automation that simplifies complex infrastructure and enables teams to move faster.
To be successful you will bring hands‐on expertise with Ansible automation, including:
* Designing and developing Ansible playbooks and reusable roles.
* Structuring inventories, variables and best‐practice automation patterns.
* Automating across diverse environments including Linux, Windows, network devices, cloud platforms, virtualization, storage and backup systems.
* Proven experience with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) and comfort working within Red Hat OpenShift environments.
* Extensive experience automating Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and/or Windows systems.
* Experience in network automation, including managing and automating network device configurations and operational workflows.
* Working knowledge of Kubernetes and/or Red Hat OpenShift, particularly where automation integrates with platform or infrastructure services.
* Experience automating or integrating with virtualization platforms.
* Strong scripting and automation fundamentals.
Working Conditions
* Permanent, full‐time role.
* Perth‐based, with collaboration across broader teams.
Benefits
* Career growth via succession planning, internal mobility programs and mentorship opportunities.
* Ongoing investment in professional development through industry certifications.
* Employee benefits, recognition and wellbeing platform.
* Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program.
* Support for family and caring responsibilities, including paid parental leave.
* Employee referral program, with monetary incentives.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At Atturra, we are committed to addressing the digital skills gap and championing diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds — including Veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse individuals and other underrepresented groups.
Commitment to supporting Australia's veterans
We are proud to be recognised as a Veteran Friendly Employer under the Department of Veterans' Affairs Veteran Employment Commitment (VEC). Atturra is dedicated to supporting Australia's veteran community by enhancing recruitment, support, retention and leadership opportunities. Our goal is to ensure veterans build meaningful and impactful careers with us.
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