Lab DevOps Engineer

Description:

abra R&D is looking for a Lab DevOps Engineer!

Key Responsibilities:

• Build, manage, and maintain complex test environments that simulate real customer deployments, including servers, networking equipment, and hardware components.
• Administer and support virtualized environments using VMware ESXi, including provisioning and management of virtual machines and lab infrastructure.
• Execute network traffic simulations and end-to-end validation testing using IXIA traffic generation and PCAP replay tools.
• Perform remote server provisioning, operating system installations, and infrastructure management using KVM, iDRAC, and iLO technologies.
• Collaborate closely with Development, QA, and Integration teams to troubleshoot infrastructure issues, optimize lab environments, and ensure reliable testing operations.

Must Have:

• 3 years of experience in a DevOps, Infrastructure, or Systems Administration role.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and Azure DevOps, including CI/CD pipeline design and implementation.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates.
• Experience supporting networking, and virtualized lab environments, including KVM, iDRAC, or iLO.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Bash, Python, or similar technologies.
• Experience administering both Windows and Linux environments, with solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, Routing, Firewalls).

Nice to have:

• Experience with VMware ESXi and virtual machine management.
• Experience with IXIA traffic generation, PCAP replay tools, or integration/validation testing labs