DevOps Engineer

Talentify; Richardson (TX); Remote; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

INSPYR Solutions is seeking a DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain infrastructure, automation, and deployment processes that support business applications. You will collaborate with Engineering, QA, Product, and IT to improve deployment efficiency, reliability, and security across cloud and on-prem environments.

The role emphasizes cloud experience (Azure + AWS/GCP), IaC, containerization, and strong scripting skills. Remote work is possible, with on-call responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in DevOps, SRE, cloud engineering, or related roles.
• Strong experience with Azure and at least one other cloud (AWS/GCP).
• Proficiency with Azure DevOps, Docker, and Git workflows.
• Linux, networking fundamentals, and scripting (Python/Bash/PowerShell).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines.
• Manage cloud infrastructure in Azure and AWS with a focus on scalability and high availability.
• Implement and maintain IaC practices for automated deployments.
• Monitor performance and reliability across dev/test/production.
• Troubleshoot infra, deployment, and app issues promptly.
• Automate operational tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual work.
• Collaborate with dev and QA to improve deployment readiness.
• Maintain security best practices across cloud infra and containers.
• Support containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Maintain documentation and participate in on-call/incident response.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

Azure

Docker

Git

PowerShell/Bash/Python

Linux

Networking fundamentals

Observability tools

SRE/Kubernetes (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Docker

Git

Kubernetes

LogicMonitor

Datadog

CloudWatch

Job description

Title: Devops Engineer
Location: Remote
Duration: Long-Term Contract with Potential to Convert to Full-Time Employment
Compensation: $55-65/hour
Work Authorization: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the US without sponsorship, either now or in the future.
JOB PURPOSE: The DevOps Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the infrastructure, automation, and deployment processes that support business applications and systems. This role partners closely with Engineering, QA, Product, and IT teams to improve deployment efficiency, system reliability, scalability, and security across cloud and on premises environments. The DevOps Engineer will play a key role in streamlining operational processes, enhancing system observability, and supporting high availability architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Copilot and Azure DevOps
• Manage and support cloud infrastructure environments including Azure and AWS with a focus on scalability, reliability, cost optimization, and high availability
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices to support standardized and automated infrastructure deployments
• Monitor system performance, availability, and reliability across development, testing, and production environments
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, deployment, and application related issues across environments in a timely manner
• Automate operational and administrative tasks to improve efficiency, reduce manual effort, and accelerate deployment cycles
• Collaborate with software engineering and QA teams to improve application reliability, observability, and deployment readiness
• Maintain and support security best practices across cloud infrastructure, containers, and deployment pipelines
• Support containerization technologies and orchestration platforms including Docker
• Maintain documentation related to infrastructure, deployment processes, and operational procedures
• Participate in on call support or incident response activities as needed

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE), cloud engineering, or related technical roles
• Strong experience supporting Azure cloud environments and at least one additional cloud platform such as AWS or GCP
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools, version control systems, and deployment automation practices
• Hands on experience with Azure DevOps, Docker, and Git based workflows
• Strong understanding of Linux operating systems and networking fundamentals
• Experience with monitoring and observability tools such as LogicMonitor, Datadog, CloudWatch, or similar platforms
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross functionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting microservices based architectures
• Knowledge of cloud security frameworks, governance, and compliance standards
• Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
• Experience with serverless technologies and modern cloud native architectures
• Industry certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, Certified
• Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or related certifications preferred

About INSPYR Solutions

Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.

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