DevOps Lead with deep expertise in Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform

Description
Nokia

Requirements
7+ years in Devops, with at least 2+ years hands-on experience in Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Devops Engineer with deep expertise in Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP) to lead the design, development, and deployment of automated health check playbooks across customer network elements (NEs) spanning CORE, IP, Transmission (TRA), and RAN domains. This role involves working in a Kubernetes-hosted AAP environment, establishing secure connectivity with network devices, and delivering health check use cases integrated into AAP workflows.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Automation & Platform:

Expert in Ansible and Ansible Playbook development

Hands-on experience with Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform (AAP)

Strong understanding of Kubernetes (K8s) as it relates to AAP hosting

Networking:

Familiarity with network domains: CORE, IP, RAN, Transmission

Experience with Network Elements (NEs) and interfacing via SSH, REST, SOAP/XML

Solid understanding of network security, firewalls, and whitelisting processes

Programming & Tools:

Proficient in YAML, Bash, and optionally Python

Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git)

Familiarity with API tools like Postman, curl, etc.

DevOps & CI/CD:

Exposure to CI/CD practices for deploying playbooks and AAP configurations

Knowledge of tools like Jenkins, Red Hat Insights, ELK, etc. is a plus

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Establish and validate secure connectivity between AAP and target Network Elements (NEs) in lab and production environments.

Coordinate with customer teams to manage and follow up on firewall/whitelisting requests.

Design and develop Ansible playbooks to perform automated health checks on NEs using appropriate interfaces (SSH, REST/SOAP/XML APIs).

Implement AAP features like Instance Groups, Execution Environments, Container Groups, and other platform components.

Maintain source code and configuration in Git or similar version control systems.

Conduct unit, component, and system testing for playbooks and AAP jobs.

Work with stakeholders to gather requirements, create user stories, and document design specifications.

Provide technical guidance on AAP configuration, playbook design, and network automation best practices.

What we offer

Culture of caring.
At GlobalLogic, we prioritize a culture of caring. Across every region and department, at every level, we consistently put people first. From day one, you'll experience an inclusive culture of acceptance and belonging, where you'll have the chance to build meaningful connections with collaborative teammates, supportive managers, and compassionate leaders.

Learning and development.
We are committed to your continuous learning and development. You'll learn and grow daily in an environment with many opportunities to try new things, sharpen your skills, and advance your career at GlobalLogic. With our Career Navigator tool as just one example, GlobalLogic offers a rich array of programs, training curricula, and hands-on opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

Interesting & meaningful work.
GlobalLogic is known for engineering impact for and with clients around the world. As part of our team, you'll have the chance to work on projects that matter. Each is a unique opportunity to engage your curiosity and creative problem-solving skills as you help clients reimagine what's possible and bring new solutions to market. In the process, you'll have the privilege of working on some of the most cutting-edge and impactful solutions shaping the world today.

Balance and flexibility.
We believe in the importance of balance and flexibility. With many functional career areas, roles, and work arrangements, you can explore ways of achieving the perfect balance between your work and life. Your life extends beyond the office, and we always do our best to help you integrate and balance the best of work and life, having fun along the way

High-trust organization.
We are a high-trust organization where integrity is key. By joining GlobalLogic, you're placing your trust in a safe, reliable, and ethical global company. Integrity and trust are a cornerstone of our value proposition to our employees and clients. You will find truthfulness, candor, and integrity in everything we do.

About GlobalLogic
GlobalLogic, a Hitachi Group Company, is a trusted digital engineering partner to the world's largest and most forward-thinking companies. Since 2000, we've been at the forefront of the digital revolution – helping create some of the most innovative and widely used digital products and experiences. Today we continue to collaborate with clients in transforming businesses and redefining industries through intelligent products, platforms, and services.