Job Profile Summary
An Automation Engineer IV is a senior individual contributor responsible for
architecting, standardizing, and leading automation initiatives
across VMware-based infrastructure. This role drives the design of scalable, reusable automation frameworks using
Ansible and Python
, while influencing platform strategy and best practices.
The engineer is expected to provide
technical leadership
, handle highly complex problems, and guide teams in building robust, enterprise-grade automation solutions.
Critical Competencies
Excellence:
Exceeds expectations by consistently demonstrating accountability, discipline, high performance, and a proven track record of exceptional results.
Customer-driven
: Prioritizes customer needs and satisfaction through collaborative and proactive problem-solving, and an unwavering commitment to customer success.
Expertise:
Possesses deep understanding of customer needs and continually grows and enhances skills to provide customer-focused solutions.
Agility:
Quickly adapts and responds to dynamic customer needs and expectations through innovative solutions.
Compassion:
Cultivates a positive and supportive environment to effectively work together towards a common goal, fostering trust within Rackspace and with external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and implementation of
enterprise-scale automation using Ansible
Architect automation solutions for
VMware infrastructure (provisioning, lifecycle and operations)
Develop advanced
Python-based automation tooling and integrations
Define and enforce
standards for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation architecture
Identify risks, optimize performance, and reduce technical debt in automation systems
Mentor engineers, conduct design reviews, and act as a
technical authority
Evaluate and adopt new tools/technologies to enhance automation capabilities
Core Technical Skills (Must Have)
Deep expertise in
Ansible (advanced playbooks, roles, collections, AWX/Automation Controller at scale)
Proficiency in
Python scripting and automation development
Hands-on experience with
VMware ecosystem
:
vSphere / ESXi / vCenter
Large-scale virtualization and infrastructure automation
Solid understanding of
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
principles
Practical experience using
AI-assisted development tools
(e.g., Copilot, coding agents) to accelerate engineering workflows & understanding of
responsible AI usage
Good to Have Skills
Exposure to
Apache Airflow
or similar workflow orchestration tools
Experience with
containerization
(Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus
Exposure to
software-defined data center (SDDC)
concepts
Education
High School Diploma or regional equivalent required
Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in field related to role. At the manager’s discretion, additional relevant experience may substitute degree requirement
Experience
10+ years of experience in the field of role required



About Rackspace Technology
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Though we’re all different, Rackers thrive through our connection to a central goal: to be a valued member of a winning team on an inspiring mission. We bring our whole selves to work every day. And we embrace the notion that unique perspectives fuel innovation and enable us to best serve our customers and communities around the globe. We welcome you to apply today and want you to know that we are committed to offering equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender reassignment or identity or expression, genetic information, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity status, military or veteran status, nationality, ethnic or national origin, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
