
Ansible automation engineer
Encora • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
**Role & seniority: ** Experienced Ansible Automation Engineer (5+ years)
**Stack/tools: **
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Ansible (playbooks, roles, inventories, Ansible Tower/AWX)
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Linux administration, Windows administration
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Scripting: Shell, Python, or PowerShell
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Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines
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IaC (Infrastructure as Code)
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Cloud/virtualization (advantage): VMware, AWS, Azure, OCI
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Top 3 responsibilities:
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Design/develop/maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and automation workflows
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Automate provisioning, configuration management, patching, and deployment across Linux/Windows
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Integrate automation with CI/CD and troubleshoot/optimize failed or inefficient automation
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Must-have skills:
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5+ years in IT infrastructure/DevOps
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Strong hands-on Ansible expertise (playbooks/roles/inventories + Tower/AWX)
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Linux admin + basic Windows admin
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Proficiency in Shell/Python/PowerShell
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Working knowledge of Git, Jenkins, CI/CD, and IaC
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Debugging/troubleshooting and automation optimization
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Nice-to-haves:
- Experience with VMware or major clouds (AWS/Azure/OCI)
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Location & work type: Not specified in provided text
Full Description
We are seeking an experienced Ansible Automation Engineer with 5+ years of IT infrastructure experience and strong expertise in infrastructure automation using Ansible. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience automating server provisioning, configuration management, application deployment, and operational tasks across Linux and Windows environments.
Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Ansible playbooks, roles, and automation workflows. Automate server provisioning, configuration management, patching, and deployment activities. Manage Linux and Windows infrastructure through Ansible. Integrate Ansible with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems. Troubleshoot automation failures and optimize existing automation processes. Collaborate with Infrastructure, DevOps, Cloud, and Application teams to improve operational efficiency. Maintain automation documentation and ensure adherence to security and compliance standards. Required Skills 5+ years of IT Infrastructure or DevOps experience. Strong hands-on experience with Ansible, including Playbooks, Roles, Inventories, and Ansible Tower/AWX. Experience with Linux administration and basic Windows administration. Proficiency in Shell scripting, Python, or PowerShell. Knowledge of Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Experience with VMware, AWS, Azure, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is an advantage. Strong troubleshooting, scripting, and automation skills