Junior DevOps Engineer

Avanade Inc.; Ohio; On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanade Inc. is seeking a Junior DevOps Engineer to support CI/CD modernization and cloud platform work. You will contribute hands-on delivery, automation, and standardization, partnering with senior engineers and client teams to deliver scalable, secure DevOps solutions.

You will focus on GitHub, Azure DevOps, and automation patterns, with opportunities to work on migrations and reusable templates in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year hands-on experience in software development, IT, or DevOps-related work
• Foundational knowledge of Git-based version control (GitHub preferred)
• CI/CD concepts and tooling familiarity
• Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and basic services
• Familiarity with IaC concepts (Terraform or similar)
• Understanding of Agile or iterative delivery models

Responsibilities

• Support CI/CD pipelines via GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar tools
• Contribute to migration efforts (Azure DevOps → GitHub, CI/CD modernization)
• Help build and maintain Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, etc.)
• Troubleshoot build, release, and environment issues across lifecycles
• Apply secure engineering practices including code scanning and testing

Skills

GitHub

CI/CD

Scripting

Cloud platforms

Terraform

Git-based version control

Tools

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Avanade is seeking a Junior DevOps Engineer to support the implementation of modern DevOps solutions across cloud and platform ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on GitHub, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD modernization.
This role focuses on hands-on delivery, automation, and standardization, including supporting large-scale platform migrations (e.g., GitHub Enterprise adoption) and driving efficient, repeatable engineering practices. You will work closely with senior engineers, architects, and client teams to deliver scalable, secure, and production-ready DevOps solutions.
We value individuals who are curious, pragmatic problem-solvers that leverage automation, AI-assisted development, and reusable patterns to work effectively and improve outcomes.

Come join us

There is one in every group - the person who dreams big and has the motivation to bring their ideas to life, even as others might roll their eyes and prefer to play it safe. Are you that person?

Are you the one who isn’t afraid to break the mold and who gets passionate about the power of digital to transform organizations and ways of working? Because we are building teams of people like that to help our clients unlock the power they need now and own what is next. Together we do what matters.

Hands-On Engineering & Delivery

• Support implementation of CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms
• Contribute to migration efforts (e.g., Azure DevOps → GitHub, CI/CD modernization)
• Assist in building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or equivalent)
• Troubleshoot build, release, and environment issues across development lifecycles
• Apply secure engineering practices including code scanning, testing, and policy enforcement

Automation & Standardization

• Leverage automation and AI-assisted tooling (e.g., Copilot) to improve delivery speed and consistency
• Contribute to reusable templates, modules, and standardized DevOps patterns
• Reduce manual effort through scripting and pipeline optimization

  Collaboration & Delivery Support

  • Work with development, infrastructure, and security teams to support end-to-end delivery
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog refinement and technical tasks
  • Support knowledge sharing through documentation and team collaboration

  Operational Support & Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor pipeline health and deployment reliability
  • Identify opportunities to improve performance, reduce cost, and simplify processes
  • Support implementation of logging, monitoring, and basic operational practices

  Skills and experiences

  Required

  • 1+ year of hands-on experience in software development, IT, or DevOps-related work (including internships, co-ops, or equivalent practical experience)
  • Technical Skills - Foundational knowledge of:
  • Git-based version control (GitHub preferred)
  • CI/CD concepts and tooling
  • Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and basic services
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts (Terraform or similar)
  • DevOps Fundamentals – Understanding of:
  • CI/CD pipelines and automation
  • Branching strategies and code management
  • Agile or iterative delivery models

  Preferred

  • Experience with GitHub (Actions, workflows, repositories, migrations)
  • Exposure to containerization (Docker) or Kubernetes concepts
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices (code scanning, secrets management)
  • Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot)
  • Exposure to enterprise environments or consulting engagements

  About you

  Characteristics that can spell success for this role:

  • You have strong problem-solving ability and willingness to learn.
  • You have the ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
  • You have clear communication and collaboration skills.

  Enjoy your career

  Some of the best things about working at Avanade:
  Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (20 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)
  Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally
  Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth
  Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you
  A great place to work

  We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page.

  Create a future for our people that focuses on

  • Expanding your thinking
  • Experimenting courageously
  • Learning and pivoting

  Inspire greatness in our people by

  • Empowering every voice
  • Encouraging boldness
  • Celebrating progress

  Accelerate the impact of our people by

  • Amazing the client
  • Prioritizing what matters
  • Acting as one

  Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
  We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 05/26/2026 and open for at least 30 days.
  Avanade offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here:
  See more information on our benefits here:
  Benefits and Total Rewards | Avanade United States
  Role Location Annual Salary Range
  California $76,000 - $110,200
  Cleveland $65,600 - $90,250
  Colorado $65,600 - $90,250
  District of Columbia $76,000 - $104,500
  Illinois $72,800 - $100,700
  Maryland $76,000 - $104,500
  Massachusetts $76,000 - $104,500
  Minnesota $72,800 - $100,700
  New York $80,000 - $110,200
  New Jersey $65,600 - $90,250
  Washington $76,000 - $104,500