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Automation Architect - Ansible W2 ONLY

TEKsystems
$73.68 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 09, 2025
NO C2C. W2 ONLY. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ONSITE IN Chicago, IL 3 DAYS A WEEK. TEKsystems is currently looking for a Automation Architect for an Ansible Automation Platform that will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing automation solutions using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. This role will help to bridge business requirements and technical execution, ensuring scalable, secure, and efficient automation across an enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Design and architect end-to-end automation solutions using Ansible Automation Platform, aligning with business and IT strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, analyze existing infrastructure, and identify automation opportunities. Develop, test, and maintain Ansible Playbooks, roles, and reusable automation content. Lead the adoption of automation best practices, including code modularity, version control, and execution environments. Integrate Ansible Automation Platform with other IT systems, tools, and cloud platforms as needed. Ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements such as security, scalability, reliability, and maintainability. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development, DevOps, and operations teams. Document architectures, workflows, and automation standards. Stay current with Red Hat Ansible advancements and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Required Skills and Qualifications Proven experience architecting and implementing solutions with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform. Strong knowledge of Linux system administration and enterprise IT environments. Proficiency in developing advanced Ansible Playbooks, roles, and modules. Experience with automation execution environments, content navigator, and automation controller. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control (e.g., Git), and infrastructure as code principles. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to translate business needs into technical solutions and explain complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) or Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation Platform. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud automation. DevOps, security automation, or large-scale IT operations. Experience in financial services industry Experience on technology and infrastructure teams Experience in Linux/UNIX system administration Experience with PostgreSQL administration Experience writing python modules Experience with Grafana, Prometheus, Splunk Experience with Container technologies (Kubernetes, Openshift, Docker) Top Skills Details Ansible, Openshift, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, Python, Automation Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $73.68 - $73.68/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 16, 2025. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.