Job Description

Join NEC Australia and play a key role in advancing enterprise automation capability, working as part of a high-performing team focused on improving operational efficiency, service quality and future AI-enabled automation outcomes.

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You will contribute to the design, architecture and delivery of automation solutions using Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP), Python and PowerShell, helping drive automation adoption across the enterprise.

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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced automation engineer to work within a team driving NEC's automation transformation, partnering with the Automation Lead and stakeholders across infrastructure, cloud, network, security and ITSM domains.

Key responsibilities n

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- Contribute to the delivery of NEC's enterprise automation strategy and roadmap as part of the broader automation team.
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- Support the ongoing development, administration and optimisation of the Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform.
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- Design and deliver automation across infrastructure, cloud, networks, security and ITSM.
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- Develop scalable automation solutions using Ansible, Python, PowerShell and APIs.
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- Drive automation governance, standards and best practices.
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- Partner with technical and business leaders to identify and deliver automation opportunities.
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About you nn
- 8+ years in automation, DevOps,



platform engineering or managed services.
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- 5+ years' experience with Ansible, AWX or Red Hat AAP.
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- Robust automation development skills in Python, PowerShell and REST APIs.
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- Experience delivering enterprise-scale automation and technology transformation initiatives.
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- Excellent stakeholder and leadership skills.
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- Desirable: Red Hat certifications such as Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) in Ansible Automation, Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) with a focus on Linux Automation using Ansible, or equivalent automation-focused certifications.
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About us n

NEC Australia is at the centre of automation transformation with the mandate, tools and support to build a capability that shapes how the business operates today and how it leverages AI-driven automation tomorrow.

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- Bonus & Wellness Days (after qualifying period)
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- 14 weeks paid parental leave
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- Up to 4 paid volunteer days per year
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- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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- Career development and certification support
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- Discounts on health insurance, travel, entertainment and more
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- Salary packaging options available
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Ready to Build the Future? n

If you're passionate about enterprise automation, platform engineering, and transforming IT operations at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 Senior Automation Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Nec Australia
📍 Melbourne