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The DevOps and Tools Engineer ensures the tools related to Agile development processes operate effectively for our application development teams. As a key member of the DevOps team you will support ...

DevOps Engineer - Developer Tools

Austin, TX · On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

... Engineer to join our efforts in improving autonomous driving technology development experience. You will be improving CI/CD processes in our large mono-repository and development tools used there.

DevOps Engineer - Developer Tools

Austin, TX

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

... Engineer to join our efforts in improving autonomous driving technology development experience. You will be improving CI/CD processes in our large mono-repository and development tools used there.

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

Hardware Tools Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$225K - $445K/yr

By co-designing chips, systems, tools, and methodologies, the team helps deliver faster, more ... Improve developer experience and reliability: reproducible builds, better error messages, faster ...

Java Tools Engineer

Burbank, CA

$55.25 - $76/hr

The Sr. Tools Engineer works as part of this Platform team and is responsible for designing and developing the components and platform solutions that help enable our internal and cloud application ...

Morfologica, Inc. is seeking several Tools Developers at various Federal Facilities throughout Northern Virginia. ONLY CANDIDATES WITH ACTIVE GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCES AND APPROPRIATE POLY WILL ...

The Cyber Tools Engineer IV provides support to the customer in the area of Cyber Security. Daily Tasks include, but are not limited to: * Support the Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM ...

The Hardware Tools Engineer role involves developing and evolving the tooling ecosystem that ... • Improve developer experience and reliability: reproducible builds, better error messages ...

ABOUT THE ROLE We're building a brand-new, US-based, fully remote game studio developing new slot games and we're looking for an experienced Math Tools Engineer to build out a new math simulation and ...

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How much do developer tools engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for developer tools engineer in the United States is $61.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.29 and $68.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Developer Tools Engineer vs Software Engineer?

AspectDeveloper Tools EngineerSoftware Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in CS or related field; experience with development toolsBachelor's in CS or related field; programming skills
Work EnvironmentFocus on creating and maintaining developer tools and IDE integrationsDeveloping applications, systems, or platforms across various domains
Industry UsageTech companies, especially those building developer platforms or toolsBroad industry roles including tech, finance, healthcare, etc.

Developer Tools Engineers specialize in building and improving tools that assist developers, such as IDEs, debuggers, and build systems. Software Engineers have a broader scope, developing software applications or systems across various industries. While both roles require programming skills and a computer science background, Developer Tools Engineers focus more on developer experience and tooling, whereas Software Engineers work on end-user or system software.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Developer Tools Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Developer Tools Engineer, you need strong programming skills (often in languages like Python, JavaScript, or Go), experience with build systems, and a solid understanding of software development processes, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems such as Git, and automation tools like Jenkins or Docker is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you understand developer needs and deliver user-friendly tooling. These competencies ensure the creation and maintenance of reliable tools that enhance developer productivity and streamline workflows.

What are Developer Tools Engineers?

Developer Tools Engineers are professionals who design, build, and maintain tools and infrastructure that help software developers work more efficiently. They create and support systems such as build tools, continuous integration pipelines, testing frameworks, and code analysis utilities. Their main goal is to streamline the software development process, reduce friction, and improve the productivity of engineering teams. They work closely with developers to understand their needs and ensure that the tools provided enhance workflow and code quality.

How does a Developer Tools Engineer typically collaborate with software development teams to improve workflows?

Developer Tools Engineers work closely with software developers, QA engineers, and DevOps professionals to identify pain points in the development lifecycle. They often gather feedback through code reviews, team meetings, and direct communication to understand workflow bottlenecks. By designing, building, and maintaining internal tools, they streamline processes such as builds, deployments, and testing. This collaborative approach not only boosts productivity but also ensures the tools are user-friendly and meet the evolving needs of the team.
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Infographic showing various Developer Tools Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,901 per year, or $61.5 per hour.
DevOps and Tools Engineer

DevOps and Tools Engineer

Fisher Investments

Saint Petersburg, FL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


Fisher Investments rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

It's an exciting time to be a member of the Fisher Investments Technology Department. We are looking for a DevOps Tools Engineer to support our Corporate Systems team. If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference as we develop scalable and strategic solutions to support our global growth, we want to hear from you!

The Opportunity:

The DevOps and Tools Engineer ensures the tools related to Agile development processes operate effectively for our application development teams. As a key member of the DevOps team you will support the entire Technology organization with the tools and platforms needed to promote Agile planning and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD). You will report to the AVP - Application Engineering, on the DevOps and Tools team.

The Day-to-Day:

  • Work with DevOps and Tools and Application Development Team Lead to define application and integration development processes, tools, execution strategies, roadmaps to connect current designs to long term architecture, and monitoring to lead adherence to processes
  • Configure and support cloud based Atlassian tools, to drive application development efficiencies and improve operational stability of the tools
  • Develop tooling and processes to increase automation of development and adherence to security and audit systems and controls
  • Integrate and configure additional tools/frameworks, to support and ensure Agile at scale
  • Foster the use of DevOps tools and capabilities across Technology groups
  • Implement strategies for improving or further leveraging DevOps processes and tools
  • Monitor system availability and performance within agreed upon timelines
  • Resolve issues, alerts, and incidents based on predefined service level agreements regarding system availability, performance, and service levels
  • Oversee communication and coordination with other departments on lapses in services, performing root cause analysis
  • Provide international and 24/7 support by on-call duties and working a flexible off-hours schedule for planned and unplanned maintenance

Your Qualifications:

  • Minimum 4 years of experience:
    • DevOps tools, such as Github, Jenkins, Artifactory, Ansible, Terraform, AppDynamics, Splunk or equivalent
    • Administer and use Ansible Tower or AAP(Ansible Automation Platform) for infrastructure and application deployment and configuration automation
    • Any of the scripting languages like Shell Scripting, Groovy, Python, PowerShell, HCL or equivalent
    • Use DevOps and create automation within private data center/cloud and public cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, Google or Amazon AWS cloud services or equivalent
    • Administration of the Atlassian tools (Jira/Confluence)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience:
    • Dockerfile and image creation, running containers on Kubernetes or using Docker run time environment
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience with relational database management skills like MSSQL, MySQL, SQL, Postgres or MongoDB preferred or equivalent
  • Technology design expertise which includes Containerization, Performance, Security, Availability, and Operations, Monitoring, and Support
  • Ability to:
    • Train IT product delivery teams on the proper use of DevOps tools and capabilities and experience with Enterprise applications development
    • Motivate and inspire peers to continuously improve processes and results
    • Plan work of self and others and resolve technical and other problems
  • Bachelor's degree in MIS, computer science, math, or other science field required, advanced degree in a related field

Why Fisher Investments:

We work for a bigger purpose: bettering the investment universe. We take great pride in our inclusive culture, our learning and development framework customized for every employee, and our Great Place to Work Certification. It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and we invest in them by offering exceptional benefits like:

  • 100% paid medical, dental and vision premiums for you and your qualifying dependents
  • A 50% 401(k) match, up to the IRS maximum
  • 20 days of PTO, plus 10 paid holidays
  • Family Support programs including 8 week Paid Primary Caregiver Leave, $10,000 fertility, family forming, and hormonal health assistance, and back-up child, adult, and elder care
  • This is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program. This program is subject to change.

FISHER INVESTMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


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