Technical Consultant (Ansible)

Responsibilities:
Collaborate with clients to understand their business requirements and IT infrastructure and provide expert advice on how Ansible can address their needs. Design and develop Ansible playbooks, roles, and modules to automate various IT tasks, including application deployment, configuration management, and system provisioning. Assist clients in the installation, configuration, and integration of Ansible within their existing systems, ensuring compatibility and smooth operation. Conduct assessments of client environments to identify areas for automation and process improvement and propose suitable Ansible-based solutions. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, and network engineers, to implement Ansible automation in complex IT environments. Provide technical guidance and support to clients during the entire deployment lifecycle, including troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Ansible. Develop and deliver training sessions and workshops to educate clients on Ansible best practices, usage, and maintenance. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Ansible and related technologies, and evaluate their potential impact on client solutions. Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in deploying and managing Ansible in enterprise environments. Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and virtualization technologies. Proficiency in developing Ansible playbooks, roles, and modules using YAML and Python scripting. Experience with configuration management tools, such as Puppet or Chef, is a plus. Familiarity with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and their APIs for infrastructure automation. Solid knowledge of Linux/UNIX operating systems and command-line tools. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex technical issues. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams. Familiarity with Banking and Financial Services Use cases would be desirable. Relevant certifications in Ansible or related technologies are desirable.