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Kaav Inc.

Azure Platform Engineer- Devops

Deerfield, IL · On-site

$53.75 - $73.50/hr

Contractors can be anywhere/fully remote * ticket examples include building pipelines, access to ... Terraform,DevOps,Azure Basic Qualification : Additional Skills : Azure Engineer,DevOps Engineer ...

PDF Solutions

Lead DevOps Engineer

Deer Park, IL · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

A DevOps engineer is equal parts systems administrator, automation engineer, and build-and-release ... Coordinates contractors (onsite, offsite and/or offshore) for infrastructure support. * Accountable ...

PDF Solutions

Lead DevOps Engineer

Deer Park, IL

$120K - $150K/yr

A DevOps engineer is equal parts systems administrator, automation engineer, and build-and-release ... Coordinates contractors (onsite, offsite and/or offshore) for infrastructure support. * Accountable ...

Photon

Sr. Developer - FullStack - Cleveland, OH

Chicago, IL · On-site

$133K - $172K/yr

Cleveland, Buffalo, Albany/NY JD We are seeking an experienced Sr DevOps Engineer with over 7 years ... This position is available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Photon

Sr. Developer - FullStack - Cleveland, OH

Chicago, IL · On-site

$134K - $172K/yr

Cleveland, Buffalo, Albany/NY JD We are seeking an experienced Sr DevOps Engineer with over 7 years ... This position is available for independent contractors No applications will be considered if ...

Peraton

Senior Applications Developer

Lemont, IL

$96K - $133K/yr

Integrate Jira with external tools, systems, and workflows to support operational requirements ... contracting environment Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company ...

Peraton

Senior Applications Developer

Lemont, IL

$96K - $133K/yr

Integrate Jira with external tools, systems, and workflows to support operational requirements ... contracting environment Peraton Overview Peraton is a next-generation national security company ...

Yochana

Lead API Developer (Java)

Lisle, IL · On-site

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers and contractors. Required Skills ... Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices in Azure environments. * Knowledge of VIN decoding ...

I3 Broadband LLC

Construction Supervisor

West Dundee, IL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

This role provides leadership across construction operations, contractor performance, quality ... Coordinate with Engineering to resolve field conflicts and document changes * Enforce safety ...

FALCONI US

Contractor

Chicago, IL

Apply methodologies such as PDCA and SDCA to drive operational excellence. Develop or adapt tools ... Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, or related fields (Master's or MBA preferred)

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How much do devops contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for devops contractor in Chicago, IL is $62.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.26 and $71.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges DevOps Contractors face when integrating into existing teams?

DevOps Contractors often encounter challenges such as adapting to an organization's unique toolsets, understanding existing deployment pipelines, and aligning with established workflows or security protocols. Since contractors are typically brought on for specific projects or to address urgent needs, they must quickly build rapport with permanent team members and learn the company's infrastructure. Clear communication and proactive collaboration are key to overcoming these hurdles and ensuring a smooth integration into the team.

What are DevOps contractors?

DevOps contractors are professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to help organizations implement, manage, or improve their DevOps practices. They specialize in automating software development and IT operations processes, enabling faster and more reliable software delivery. DevOps contractors often work with tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms to streamline workflows and ensure efficient collaboration between development and operations teams.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DevOps Contractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a DevOps Contractor, you need strong expertise in software development, systems administration, and cloud infrastructure, typically supported by a relevant degree or certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Docker Certified Associate. Familiarity with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI), configuration management (e.g., Ansible, Terraform), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is crucial. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help DevOps Contractors navigate complex projects and align development with operations. These skills ensure seamless integration, rapid deployment, and effective troubleshooting, which are vital for optimizing delivery pipelines and system reliability.
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Infographic showing various Devops Contractor job openings in Chicago, IL as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,704 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Azure Platform Engineer- Devops

Kaav Inc.

Deerfield, IL • On-site

$53.75 - $73.50/hr

Other

Posted 25 days ago

Job description

  • Team is heavy ticket ops based on the native platform
  • 1 team- handling terraform and ansible (future state)
  • The environment keeps breaking, bad documentation, knowledge gaps w josh leaving- devops, azure native experience, infra as a code (ARM & BICEP), Chef is preferred but others are ok, real engineers (dig into code and troubleshoot things, figure out the issues and solving them), not ticket takers
  • contractors for the time being to offset needs of the business today- starting at 6 months
  • office requirement (local to Deerfield, Chicago, Virginia, Seattle)
  • Contractors can be anywhere/fully remote
  • ticket examples include building pipelines, access to such and such, help upgrading, decommissioning servers
  • Team developed a platform engineering that is used across the org- self service
  • Azure platform engineer- Full stack, Devops thought processes
  • being able to design and engineer a platform thats designed around component level deployments in Azure (could make a case for GCP or AWS if not Azure)
  • Code: Azure Bicep or arm and chef

Required Skills : Terraform,DevOps,Azure
Basic Qualification :
Additional Skills : Azure Engineer,DevOps Engineer
This is a high PRIORITY requisition. This is a PROACTIVE requisition
Background Check : No
Drug Screen : No

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