Senior Software Engineer, AI‑Driven Automation ( Ansible)
Red Hat · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job highlights
- Develop AI-driven automation for Red Hat Ansible.
- Collaborate on next-gen automation engine.
- Utilize AI tools in development lifecycle.
- Work with global engineering teams.
- Contribute to open-source initiatives.
About the role
About The Job
We’re seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a strong focus on AI‑driven automation to join the Red Hat Ansible Team in Bangalore, India. In this position, you’ll help shape the next‑generation engine that powers both traditional and agentic automation workflows.
You’ll work closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to architect, build, and maintain a new AI‑enhanced automation experience. You’ll also leverage AI tools throughout the development lifecycle and play an active role in determining how these tools can best support the team.
As part of the Ansible organization, you’ll collaborate with a global engineering team to deliver new features and products for the Ansible portfolio, contribute to open‑source initiatives, and engage with Ansible’s partners and community.
What you will do?
- Explore, prototype, and deliver AI‑assisted automation workflows integrated into the Ansible ecosystem
- Participate in Agile ceremonies (planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives) and work with your team to meet sprint goals
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to build a scalable, high‑performance AI‑driven automation service using Agile/Scrum practices
- Partner with the broader Ansible engineering group to drive cross‑team initiatives
- Proactively utilize AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code) for code generation, auto-completion, and intelligent suggestions to accelerate development cycles and enhance code quality
What you will bring?
- 5+ years of relevant experience in Software Engineering
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent working experience
- Strong programming skills in Python; experience with FastAPI, Pydantic, Alembic, and Temporal is a plus
- A strong interest in AI/ML technologies and how they can enhance automation workflows
- Experience building scalable, high‑performing enterprise software in an iterative Agile/Scrum environment
- Hands‑on experience using LLMs in software development, ideally including model tuning, prompt engineering, machine learning, and NLP
- Solid understanding of software engineering best practices: testing, CI/CD, version control (git), and code reviews
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working with distributed teams
The Following Is Considered a Plus
- Experience with Typescript, React, Node JS or other scripting languages
- Familiarity with Langchain, LangGraph, LLamaStack and Agentic AI
- Familiarity with AI‑assisted coding tools such as Claude Code, Spec‑Kit, LangChain, or LangGraph
- Knowledge of Ansible, infrastructure automation, or configuration management (either as a user or contributor)
- Open‑source contributions are a bonus
About Red Hat
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Key skills/competency
- Software Engineering
- AI-Driven Automation
- Python Programming
- LLM Development
- Agile/Scrum
- Enterprise Software
- Open Source Contribution
- Ansible
- CI/CD
- Team Collaboration
Skills & topics
- Senior Software Engineer
- AI
- Automation
- Ansible
- Python
- LLM
- Machine Learning
- Open Source
- Agile
- Software Development
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5+ years of software engineering experience, Python proficiency, and any AI/ML or Ansible exposure.
- Showcase AI/ML skills: Emphasize your hands-on experience with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted coding tools.
- Demonstrate Agile experience: Detail your work in iterative Agile/Scrum environments, focusing on collaboration and delivering scalable software.
- Contribute to open source: Mention any contributions to open-source projects, especially within the Ansible ecosystem, to demonstrate community engagement.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your approach to scalable software design, AI integration, and best practices in testing and CI/CD.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Senior Software Engineer role at Red Hat?
- The Senior Software Engineer role at Red Hat focuses on developing AI-driven automation solutions within the Ansible ecosystem. This involves shaping the next-generation engine for automation workflows, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to build scalable, high-performance services.
- What programming languages and technologies are essential for this Senior Software Engineer position at Red Hat?
- Strong programming skills in Python are essential. Experience with FastAPI, Pydantic, Alembic, and Temporal are considered a plus. Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, LLMs, prompt engineering, and NLP is highly valued.
- Does Red Hat encourage contributions to open-source projects for this role?
- Yes, Red Hat actively encourages contributions to open-source initiatives as part of the Ansible organization. Experience with open-source contributions is considered a bonus and demonstrates engagement with the community.
- What are the work arrangement and location details for the Senior Software Engineer role at Red Hat?
- This position is located in Bangalore, India. Red Hat offers flexible work environments, including in-office, office-flex, and fully remote options, depending on the role's requirements. For this specific role, it is based in Bangalore.
- How does Red Hat support diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for the Senior Software Engineer role?
- Red Hat fosters an open and inclusive environment built on open-source principles. They are committed to equal opportunity and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences to apply and contribute their ideas.
- What kind of AI tools are expected to be used by the Senior Software Engineer at Red Hat?
- Candidates are expected to have hands-on experience using LLMs in software development and are encouraged to proactively utilize AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude Code for code generation, auto-completion, and intelligent suggestions.
- What is the minimum experience required for the Senior Software Engineer position at Red Hat?
- The minimum experience required for this Senior Software Engineer role is 5+ years of relevant experience in Software Engineering. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent working experience, is also required.