DevOps Engineer

job summary:

A premier technology and systems organization is expanding its infrastructure team after successfully executing a major cloud transformation. We are seeking a DevOps Engineer who brings a strong foundation in systems administration and networking to help optimize, secure, and automate our cloud ecosystem. If you are a professional who navigated into DevOps from a Systems or Network Administration background-rather than traditional software development-this is the perfect environment for your expertise.

This direct-hire position offers a highly competitive compensation package along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health benefits.

location: Arlington, Virginia

job type: Permanent

salary: $109,278 - 124,721 per year

work hours: 8am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

As a DevOps Engineer, a typical day will involve:

• Collaborating directly with two dedicated engineering groups (Software Development and Data Science) to optimize CI/CD pipelines and accelerate automated processes across the deployment lifecycle.
• Designing and implementing infrastructure as code (IaC) solutions to eliminate remaining manual workflows and enhance operational efficiency.
• Managing, monitoring, and auditing our production Microsoft Azure environment to ensure high availability, compliance, and cost optimization.
• Configuring and maintaining containerization technologies, specifically managing Kubernetes clusters and Docker environments for various applications.
• Administering and supporting core infrastructure layers including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and Entra ID (Azure AD).
• Troubleshooting complex networking architectures, routing, firewalls, and cloud connectivity issues.
• Authoring and refining robust automation scripts to streamline daily operational tasks and system monitoring.

qualifications:

Must-Haves

Career Progression: A proven professional background that originated in Systems Administration, Systems Engineering, or Network Administration prior to transitioning into DevOps.

Experience: 3+ years of dedicated experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or systems automation roles.

Cloud Expertise: Hands-on engineering experience with Microsoft Azure; must be capable of optimizing an environment post-migration without requiring foundational training.

CI/CD Tools: Demonstrated proficiency managing and deploying pipelines utilizing Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.

Containerization: Practical experience deploying and managing Kubernetes clusters and Docker containers.

Infrastructure Background: Solid comprehension of core systems and networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, load balancing, Windows Server, and Entra ID/Azure AD).

Location Flexibility: Ability to work on-site 100% for the first 90 days in the Arlington, VA office, transitioning to a hybrid schedule (3 days on-site, 2 days remote) thereafter.

Nice-to-Haves

Familiarity with alternative scripting languages outside of your primary toolset.

A foundational understanding of conceptual virtualization frameworks (e.g., Hyper-V, VMware).

Experience supporting data science or advanced analytics teams with containerized workloads.

Skills

Primary Cloud Platform: Microsoft Azure

CI/CD & Orchestration: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, Docker

Scripting & Automation: PowerShell (Expert/Proficient), Python, Bash

Systems & Identity: Windows Server, Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD)

Networking Foundations: TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, Firewalls, Load Balancers

Soft Skills: Cross-team collaboration, proactive problem-solving, strong written and verbal communication, adaptability

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay 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. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.