DevOps/SRE Engineer

Apex Systems; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Senior DevOps/SRE Engineer to lead automation and deployment strategy in a hybrid Chicago/Houston setting. You will design and manage CI/CD pipelines with Harness, GitHub, and Jenkins, while ensuring security and uptime across multi-team environments.

The role requires 5+ years in DevOps, strong AWS and IaC experience (CloudFormation/Terraform), and expertise in Docker/Kubernetes with scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps or related roles with a proven track record.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Harness, GitHub, Jenkins).
• Proficiency with AWS cloud platform(s).
• Experience with IaC tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement DevOps strategies focused on automation, CI/CD, and operational excellence.
• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using Harness, GitHub, and Jenkins.
• Handle DevOps emergencies and support issues, coordinating with teams to resolve.

Skills

Harness

GitHub

Jenkins

AWS

CloudFormation

Terraform

DynaTrace

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Bash

PowerShell

5+ years DevOps experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

DynaTrace

Job description

# DevOps/SRE EngineerApply**Job#: 3041293****Job Description:**DevOps/SRE Engineer**Location:** Chicago, Illinois (Partial Remote)Role OverviewThe Senior DevOps Engineer will be responsible for leading the creation and implementation of automated pipelines and deployment processes. This role will drive the development and implementation of DevOps practices and strategies, aligning with the company’s architectural vision and strategic goals. The engineer will work collaboratively across multiple teams to manage code releases and deployments, enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of the development and deployment processes.Key Responsibilities* Develop and implement DevOps strategies focused on automation, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and operational excellence.* Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Harness, GitHub, and Jenkins.* Handle DevOps emergencies and support issues as they arise, working with teams to figure out solutions.* Identify areas for improvement and implement technical enhancements to improve time to recovery and system uptime.* Contribute actively to team meetings and collaborate on problem-solving.* Support the crew technology application, which is used by over 50,000 internal users.* Work closely with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of software products.* Integrate security best practices into the DevOps processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.Required Qualifications**Education:** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.**Experience:** 5+ years of experience in DevOps or related roles with a proven track record of successfully implementing DevOps practices in complex environments.**Technical Skills:*** Experience with CI/CD tools, particularly Harness, GitHub, and Jenkins.* Proficiency with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.* Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform.* Knowledge of monitoring and logging tools, with a focus on DynaTrace.* Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills to resolve issues and implement solutions.* Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.* Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation tasks.Preferred Qualifications* Extensive experience with AWS.* Hands-on experience with Splunk.* Proficiency with shell scripting.* Exposure to .NET and Angular code.* Background in application support.Work EnvironmentThis position offers a partial remote work arrangement, requiring 1-2 days onsite in either Chicago or Houston, with the potential for up to 4 days. Expected working hours are 8 AM to 5 PM CT. Daily stand-up meetings are held at 10:30 AM CT for remote team members. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Chicago, IL, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** August 7, 2026**Pay Range:** $70 - $85 per hour