Senior Platform Automation Engineer
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EPAM Systems, a global IT services company, is hiring a Senior Platform Automation Engineer in Latvia to lead automation of on-premise network infrastructure. Tech stack: Python, Bash, Terraform, Ansible, GitLab Pipelines/GitHub Actions, REST APIs, JSON/YAML, and Rundeck. Requires 3+ years of automation experience, Cisco networking expertise, and strong CI/CD and firewall knowledge. Offers hybrid work in Latvia, private health insurance, and additional vacation days.
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Platform Automation Engineer to lead the automation of deployment, configuration and management of on-premise network infrastructure. You will play a critical role in enhancing our infrastructure through strategic automation solutions, collaboration and a strong focus on scalability and documentation.
Responsibilities
- Automate deployment, configuration and management of on-prem network infrastructure
- Develop and maintain robust automation scripts and workflows to optimize network operations
- Collaborate with network and infrastructure teams to translate business requirements into technical automation solutions
- Deliver reliable, scalable and well-documented automation processes for on-prem network systems
- Leverage hybrid and cloud connectivity knowledge to enhance automation where applicable
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in automation engineering or related fields
- Advanced understanding of automated platforms, complex network services and Cisco networking
- Expertise in Python, Bash and deep knowledge of SDLC and script architecture
- Capability to integrate multiple platforms using REST APIs and manage data flow with JSON/YAML formats
- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform and Ansible for architecture and optimization
- Experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines with GitLab Pipelines or GitHub Actions
- Familiarity with advanced orchestration tools such as Rundeck for job scheduling and workflow automation
- Background in working within and leading DevOps team structures and implementing SDLC best practices
- Strong understanding of firewall logic including flow vs rule differentiation and stateful/stateless connections
Nice to have
- Familiarity with Zscaler solutions
Benefits
- Engineering Heritage: Best-in-class experts sharing a culture of engineering excellence and tackling complex engineering challenges for over 30 years.
- Advanced Tech Stack: Innovative projects where you can apply or enhance your expertise in Cloud, Data, AI, and other emerging technologies.
- World-Class Clients: Work closely with 340+ of the Forbes Global 2000 on creating disruptive solutions that make a global impact.
- Professional Growth: Exceptional support for career development with comprehensive resources for upskilling or reskilling in pioneering practices.
- GenAI Community: Strong AI competencies with 600+ experts across 55+ locations driving GenAI-enabled transformation journeys.
- Entrepreneurial Culture: If you're passionate and dedicated to improving business transformation, we provide the support you need to bring your ideas to life.
- Hybrid Setup: The flexibility to work from any location in Latvia, whether it's your home or our office in Riga.
- Other Benefits: Additional vacation and trust days, private health insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
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