Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ansible Automation Platform Engineer to join our IT Department in Melbourne. This role is crucial for automating our infrastructure, managing deployments, and ensuring operational efficiency across platforms.

You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable automation solutions that accelerate service delivery and improve reliability. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Ansible, excellent problem-solving skills, and a solid background in Dev Ops practices.

Required Qualifications
Proven experience as a Platform Engineer, Dev Ops Engineer, or similar role.
Deep expertise in Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform (formerly Ansible Tower/AWX).
Robust understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python).
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab CI) and version control (Git).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications




Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes/Open Shift).
Knowledge of monitoring and logging systems (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
Relevant certifications (e.g., Red Hat Certified Engineer, Ansible Automation).

Key responsibilities
Design, develop, and deploy automated infrastructure provisioning and configuration management using Ansible.
Maintain and optimize the Ansible Automation Platform environment.
Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate automation into CI/CD pipelines.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex automation issues across various environments.
Develop and maintain clear, up-to-date technical documentation.

Employment details
Location: Melbourne
Work Site: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time
Closing Date: 31 Aug, 2026
Role Type: Individual Contributor
Profession: Infrastructure Automation / Dev Ops
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📌 Ansible Automation Platform Engineer Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Kestrel Eight
📍 Australia