What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Ansible DevOps Engineer (upgrade Windows Server 2012/2016 to 2025) position at Reliable Software Resources?
Job Details
Job Description: Architecture & Design: • Develop high-level architecture and technical design for Windows in-place upgrade automation integrated with customer’s existing tooling. Automation Development: • Build a complete Ansible-based automation package including: • CI/CD pipeline templates (GitHub Actions or equivalent) • Pre-checks, ISO mount, unattended upgrade, post-checks, rollback • Integration with existing intake portal/process Pilot Execution: • Execute pilot to upgrade Windows Server 2012/2016 to 2025 • Validate OS upgrade, rollback, and KMS activation Documentation & Knowledge Transfer: • Deliver operational runbook, quick-start guide, architecture diagrams • Conduct two knowledge transfer sessions for the customer’s team Qualifications: Core Technologies: • Ansible • Scripting: PowerShell, Shell, Python, YAML • GitHub, Windows, VMware Experience: • Proven track record in Windows Server automation and DevOps engineering • Must have previous experience as a technical lead in breaking down intent, road mapping and executing large automation efforts and upgrades • Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks • Familiarity with VMware virtualization and Windows administration- local data center, on prem. • Strong understanding of VMware virtualization and Windows administration • Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support data-informed task execution. • Familiarity with AI-enhanced platforms is a plus. • A solid understanding of AI capabilities and limitations including ethical considerations is expected Nice-to-Have Certifications: • RHCE/EX407 (Ansible) • VMware VCP-DCV • Microsoft (Windows Server/Administration)