DevOps Engineer - Information Technology - Analysts

MassGenics, Inc.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & pharmacy coverage

Dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Innova Solutions is hiring a Linux DevOps Engineer in Chicago, IL for a 12+ month contract with hybrid work (3 days in the office). The role focuses on automating infrastructure using Ansible and Ansible Tower, managing Linux environments, and driving efficiency across deployments.

Ideal candidates will have strong Linux/Unix administration, hands-on Ansible experience, and scripting skills (Python, Bash, Go, or Java). This position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong experience administering and supporting Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible, including creating and managing playbooks.
• Experience with Ansible Tower/AWX for automation and orchestration.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure concepts, including servers, networking, and operating systems.
• Experience troubleshooting networking issues, including firewalls, proxies, DNS, and network connectivity.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure automation solutions using Ansible and Ansible Tower.
• Develop, manage, and optimize Ansible playbooks for provisioning and configuration.
• Support Linux-based environments for stability, performance, and security.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, deployment, and application-related issues.
• Automate repetitive tasks to improve system reliability and efficiency.

Skills

Linux

Ansible

Ansible Tower

Scripting

Troubleshooting

Tools

AWX

Job description

Job ID: 1018973 Chicago , Illinois Job Type: Contract Added - 09/23/26

Job Description

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Linux DevOps Engineer.

Position type: Contract/FTE

Duration: 12+ Months

Location: Chicago, IL 60661 (Hybrid 3 days in office)

As a Linux DevOps Engineer you will:

• Design, implement, and maintain infrastructure automation solutions using Ansible and Ansible Tower.
• Develop, manage, and optimize Ansible playbooks for server provisioning, configuration management, and operational tasks.
• Support and maintain Linux-based environments, ensuring stability, performance, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure, configuration, deployment, and application-related issues.
• Manage system configurations, environment setup, and deployment activities across multiple environments. Collaborate with engineering, operations, and support teams to streamline infrastructure processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Analyze and resolve networking-related issues involving proxies, firewalls, load balancing, routing, and connectivity.
• Support infrastructure maintenance, upgrades, patching, and performance optimization efforts.
• Automate repetitive operational tasks and improve system reliability through scripting and orchestration tools.
• Monitor system health, investigate incidents, and drive root cause analysis for production issues.
• Assist with repository-based workflows, version control practices, and configuration management standards.
• Support deployment and release activities while ensuring compliance with the best operational practices.
• Document automation processes, system configurations, and operational procedures.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong experience administering and supporting Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible, including creating and managing playbooks.
• Experience with Ansible Tower/AWX for automation and orchestration.
• Strong understanding of infrastructure concepts, including servers, networking, and operating systems.
• Experience troubleshooting networking issues, including firewalls, proxies, DNS, and network connectivity.
• Knowledge of infrastructure automation, configuration management, and deployment processes.
• Ability to read, modify, and troubleshoot scripts written in Python, Bash/Shell, Go, or Java.
• Experience supporting enterprise production environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Someone from Linux System Engineer background
• Heavy on Linux

This position is only open to applicants who can be engaged on a W-2 basis. 1099 contractors and Corp-to-Corp arrangements will not be considered for this position.

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS

Pay Range*: $60.00 - $68.00 per hour

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits

• Medical & pharmacy coverage
• Dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Short term and Long term Disability
• Accident & Critical illness coverage
• Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection
• Sick time
• and other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

ABOUT INNOVA SOLUTIONS

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Innova Solutions employs approximately 50,000 professionals worldwide and reports an annual revenue approaching $3 Billion. Through our global delivery centers across North America, Asia, and Europe, we deliver strategic technology and business transformation solutions to our clients, enabling them to operate as leaders within their fields.

Recent Recognitions:

• Named One of America’s Best Employers for New Grads by Forbes (2024)
• Named One of the Best Companies to Work for by U.S. News & World Report (Private Companies List, 2024-2025)
• One of the Largest IT Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #3 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024)
• One of the Largest Staffing Firms in the US – Ranked #13 by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA, 2024; includes Innova Solutions, Volt, & HireGenics)
• Named One of the Top Ten Private Companies in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle (2023)
• One of the Largest Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) in the United States (NMSDC, 2024)
• AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with 100+ certifications

Website: https://www.innovasolutions.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement

Innova Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Innova Solutions is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at [e-mail] or [phone]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Innova Solutions encourages all interested and qualified candidates to apply for employment opportunities. Innova Solutions (HireGenics/Volt) does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

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