The Role
The Automation Engineer will design and implement automation systems, manage lifecycle processes, troubleshoot environments, and provide training and documentation.
Summary Generated by Built In
This is a remote position.
Location: South Africa | Work Type: Remote | Job ID: J107166
About our client:
Our client is a premier global legal consultancy that provides high-level support for international corporations and law firms. They offer a full spectrum of litigation and data solutions, ranging from eDiscovery and information governance to specialized project staffing and advisory services. By combining a worldwide infrastructure with secure, innovative technology, they help clients manage the complexities of regulatory compliance and cross-border investigations.
What you will be doing:
- Design, develop, and implement new automation components and scripts.
- Conduct proactive administration and maintenance of managed systems, adhering to change control protocol.
- Manage the full lifecycle of all automation components.
- Lead research and prototyping efforts for new automation concepts.
- Create and maintain comprehensive system lifecycle documentation.
- Analyse requirements and provide detailed reports for assigned projects/tasks.
- Maintain effective communication, manage assigned work efficiently, and commit to continuous learning.
- Provide training on automation technologies and assist with other assigned duties.
What our client is looking for:
- A relevant tertiary qualification would be beneficial (Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, etc.)
- 3+ years experience maintaining and troubleshooting Linux Distributions and MS Window Server (2012+).
- Expertise in platforms like Ansible or Aria Automation (VRO), Chef, Puppet, Terraform.
- Expert proficiency in languages such as PowerShell, Python, Javascript, and/or Bash.
- Familiarity with VMWare PowerCLI and a solid understanding of core concepts (Clusters, DRS, Distributed Switches, vMotion).
- Working knowledge of Active Directory (GPOs, permissions), DHCP, and DNS.
- Familiarity with systems like NFS, iSCSI, Fiber Channel, and SMB.
- Strong understanding of mid to enterprise-scale data center topologies.
- Demonstrated ability to apply complex problem-solving techniques.
- Reasonable understanding of Azure, AWS, Containers, and Kubernetes basics.
- Moderate experience with common platforms (e.g., Service Now).
- Advanced Aria/VRO automation, Deep Cloud/Container knowledge, and advanced Operating/Storage Systems (Windows/Linux, NetApp/Pure) would be beneficial.
For a more comprehensive list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website - https://www.parvana.co.uk/careers
Requirements
Automation Engineer, Remote, Scripting, PowerShell, Python, Ansible, Terraform, Aria Automation (VRO), Linux, Windows Server, VMWare, Kubernetes, Azure, AWS, Data Center, eDiscovery, Legal Tech
Skills Required
- 3+ years experience maintaining and troubleshooting Linux Distributions and MS Windows Server (2012+)
- Expertise in platforms like Ansible, Aria Automation (VRO), Chef, Puppet, Terraform
- Expert proficiency in languages such as PowerShell, Python, Javascript, and/or Bash
- Familiarity with VMWare PowerCLI and understanding of data center concepts
- Working knowledge of Active Directory (GPOs, DHCP, DNS)
- Understanding of Cloud and Container basics, including Azure, AWS, Kubernetes
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The Company
What We Do
Parvana is an IT recruitment agency specializing in connecting top tech talent with leading companies in South Africa and the UK, focusing on software development, finance, and telecommunications.
