Automation Engineer

Automation Engineer | San Diego, CA | Hybrid | $77,600 - $176,000
We're working with a premier global defense and technology consultancy on this exciting opportunity to support critical naval platforms. You will leverage high-level automation to drive mission-forward change, integrating DevSecOps maturity into large-scale government infrastructure using Ansible and Python.
This role is designed for a technical expert who thrives in a cross-functional Agile environment, bridging the gap between development and operations to ensure seamless deployments. If you are passionate about Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and want to work on projects that carry national significance, this is your next career move.
The Role

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced automation solutions to manage system infrastructure and applications for DoD missions.
• Build, maintain, and optimize robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure the smooth deployment of critical naval system platforms.
• Drive DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, and monitoring across multi-platform environments including RHEL and Windows.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot, triage, and resolve complex automation issues using Ansible and PowerShell.
• Architect Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Configuration as Code (CaC) frameworks to improve scalability and system reliability.

What You'll Need

• 6+ years of experience supporting DoD or government agencies with an active Secret clearance.
• 3+ years of expertise in troubleshooting and resolving automation issues using Ansible, PowerShell, or Python.
• Deep technical knowledge of Version Control (Git), Virtualization (VMware), and Operating Systems (RHEL/Windows).
• Proven experience in an Agile development environment with the ability to design scalable CI/CD pipelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field; experience with containerization, API design, and JSON/YAML is highly preferred.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary range of $77,600 - $176,000 based on experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive wellness package including health, life, and disability insurance plus a robust retirement program.
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including tuition assistance and specialized training programs.
• A people-first hybrid work culture that balances flexibility with high-impact collaboration.

Apply via Haystack today!