The Platform Automation Orchestration Engineer is a senior software engineering role, primarily responsible for the orchestration and automation of the NSoIT(D) platform build process. The platform itself is primarily based on VMWare, Windows, and Linux technologies and supports a wide range of domain applications for the armed forces. Automation components are primarily developed using PowerShell and will focus on Windows Server components including its various features and services. This work will also entail working with other teams to troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues.
Responsibilities:
Create production quality code, following industry standard best practices as well as internal policies and procedures, utilizing Version Control mechanisms such as GIT and BitBucket to submit development code and peer review other team members' code modules. Complex problem analysis, solution design, and implementation using a variety of technologies including third-party packages and APIs plus tools such as Terraform and Jenkins. Production and review of all levels of design artifacts. Supporting wider NSoIT(D) system testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Minimum Requirements:
At least 12 months' demonstrable hands-on experience within the last 3 years of: Creating complex PowerShell automation modules for production systems utilizing at least PowerShell v4 as a minimum. Design, implementation, and support of complex software and configuration management solutions using Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc. Automated deployment of server, network, or storage technologies across multiple vendors. Building or supporting large Windows infrastructure environments. Working as part of an Agile development team. Demonstrable Experience:
Deployment of complex application and infrastructure such as Solarwinds, Elk, VMware Horizon, and VEEAM. Advanced PowerShell coding features e.g. Workflows, Desired State Configuration (DSC), and Bare Metal Deployment. Test-driven development using tools such as Jenkins. Skills:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Advanced Automated Administration with Windows PowerShell (OD10962C) course or similar. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems and propose new ideas. Competency in MS Office Suite. Desirable:
In order to deliver this service, it is desirable that individuals have: Knowledge of the Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket) to record, document, and test work. At least one of the following professional certifications that have been obtained within the last five years: Virtualisation certification - VMware VCP (VMware vCenter Certified Professional) or similar. Windows Server certification - MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) / MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) or similar. Software Development certification - OCA (Oracle Certified Associate) or similar. Experience of: Working within the public sector, preferably Defence, and ideally with Defence Digital (formerly ISS). Delivering accredited secure solutions within the UK Public Sector.
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Create production quality code, following industry standard best practices as well as internal policies and procedures, utilizing Version Control mechanisms such as GIT and BitBucket to submit development code and peer review other team members' code modules. Complex problem analysis, solution design, and implementation using a variety of technologies including third-party packages and APIs plus tools such as Terraform and Jenkins. Production and review of all levels of design artifacts. Supporting wider NSoIT(D) system testing activities. Working with Service Management to resolve issues. Minimum Requirements:
At least 12 months' demonstrable hands-on experience within the last 3 years of: Creating complex PowerShell automation modules for production systems utilizing at least PowerShell v4 as a minimum. Design, implementation, and support of complex software and configuration management solutions using Python, Ansible, Terraform, etc. Automated deployment of server, network, or storage technologies across multiple vendors. Building or supporting large Windows infrastructure environments. Working as part of an Agile development team. Demonstrable Experience:
Deployment of complex application and infrastructure such as Solarwinds, Elk, VMware Horizon, and VEEAM. Advanced PowerShell coding features e.g. Workflows, Desired State Configuration (DSC), and Bare Metal Deployment. Test-driven development using tools such as Jenkins. Skills:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Advanced Automated Administration with Windows PowerShell (OD10962C) course or similar. Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to solve problems and propose new ideas. Competency in MS Office Suite. Desirable:
In order to deliver this service, it is desirable that individuals have: Knowledge of the Atlassian toolset (JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket) to record, document, and test work. At least one of the following professional certifications that have been obtained within the last five years: Virtualisation certification - VMware VCP (VMware vCenter Certified Professional) or similar. Windows Server certification - MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) / MCSE (Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert) or similar. Software Development certification - OCA (Oracle Certified Associate) or similar. Experience of: Working within the public sector, preferably Defence, and ideally with Defence Digital (formerly ISS). Delivering accredited secure solutions within the UK Public Sector.
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