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ECI Group

DevOps Engineer (Contract)

Houston, TX · On-site

ECI Group is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join their Professional Technical Services Network. This six-month contract role involves supporting global derivatives trading production environments and ...

Sonoma Consulting Inc.

Contract DevOps Engineer

Chicago, IL

$54.25 - $74.50/hr

Job Title : DevOps Engineer (Contract) Onsite at client: 80% Start: ASAP Requirements: 4+ years of experience as a Linux Systems Administrator with at least 2 years supporting a highly-available ...

AgreeYa Solutions

Devops Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.75 - $69.50/hr

Title- DevOps Engineer Location- Plano, TX- Fully Onsite From Day-1 LOCALS ONLY Type- Contract- C2C/W2 - Seeking a DevOps engineer to automate and manage cloud deployments using Terraform and Ansible ...

Blenderbox

Senior DevOps Engineer (Contract / Remote)

$133K - $170K/yr

Role Overview We're seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to audit our current ... This position is a contract role and can work remotely anywhere in the US. Collaboration with our ...

Inficare Technologies

DevOps Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$52.50 - $71.75/hr

Contract Experience: 9+ years Job Overview Our client is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to design and implement enterprise-grade reporting, dashboards, and observability solutions in support ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$54.50 - $74.75/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Chantilly, VA 20151 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$54 - $73.75/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Annapolis Junction, MD 20701 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

$53.75 - $73.50/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Aurora, CO 80014 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$48 - $65.75/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION San Antonio, TX 78208 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$55 - $75.25/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Reston, VA 20190 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Honolulu, HI 96815 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Cymertek

DevOps Engineer

Tysons, VA · On-site

$53 - $72.50/hr

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DevOps Engineer LOCATION Tysons, VA 22182 CLEARANCE TS/SCI Full Poly (Please note this position ... Most contracts allow additional experience (4-5 years) in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree. Some ...

Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation

DevOps Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$57.25 - $78.50/hr

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S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract and currently has an opening for a DevOps Engineer. SES is seeking a DevOps Engineer supporting AWS, Azure, GCP, and Oracle ...

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Devops Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

... DevOps Engineer for a long term contract assignment with the potential to convert FTE. 70% of the role will be focused writing/creating scripts using Ant, Python, Bash, and/or Shell languages to ...

Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation

DevOps Engineer

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$57.25 - $78.50/hr

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  • PTO

S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract and currently has an opening for a DevOps Engineer. SES is seeking a DevOps Engineer supporting AWS, Azure, GCP, and Oracle ...

Systems Engineering Solutions Corporation

DevOps Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$57.25 - $78.50/hr

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  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

S. Air Force Cloud One Architecture and Common Shared Services contract and currently has an opening for a DevOps Engineer. SES is seeking a DevOps Engineer supporting AWS, Azure, GCP, and Oracle ...

Mondo

DevOps Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

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The start date is ASAP for this contract position. Job Title: DevOps Engineer Location-Type: Hybrid (Austin, TX - Tuesday through Thursday Onsite) Start Date Is: ASAP Duration: 12 Month Contract ...

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How much do devops engineer contract jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for devops engineer contract in the United States is $60.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.72 and $69.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are contract jobs for a DevOps engineer?

DevOps Engineer contract roles involve temporary or project-based positions where professionals manage and optimize the software development and IT operations process. Contractors focus on automating workflows, deploying code, monitoring systems, and ensuring reliable, scalable infrastructure. These roles are typically hired for a specific duration to help companies accelerate software delivery, improve system reliability, or implement new DevOps tools and practices. Contract DevOps Engineers often work with cloud platforms, CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management tools. Their responsibilities may vary based on project needs and company goals.

What are some common challenges faced by DevOps engineers working on a contract basis, and how can they overcome them?

DevOps Engineers on contract often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new environments, tools, and team cultures, as assignments can be short-term and fast-paced. They may need to rapidly understand existing infrastructure, deployment pipelines, and security protocols with minimal onboarding. To succeed, it's important to have strong communication skills, proactively seek documentation, and ask targeted questions early on. Regular check-ins with team members and leveraging automation tools can help streamline repetitive tasks and ensure smooth collaboration across departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a DevOps engineer contractor?

To thrive as a DevOps Engineer Contractor, you need expertise in cloud platforms, automation, CI/CD pipelines, and a background in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Terraform, and certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer are highly beneficial. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills set standout candidates apart in cross-functional environments. These abilities are crucial for delivering reliable, scalable solutions and ensuring efficient development and deployment processes in dynamic project settings.

What is the difference between Devops Engineer Contract vs Devops Engineer Full-Time?

AspectDevops Engineer ContractDevops Engineer Full-Time
CredentialsTypically requires relevant certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Docker)Same as contract roles, often with additional experience
Work EnvironmentProject-based, short-term engagements, remote or onsiteLong-term employment, often onsite or hybrid
Employer UsageUsed by companies for specific projects or to fill skill gaps temporarilyUsed for ongoing operational needs and team stability
Search & Comparison IntentHigh, as candidates compare contract vs permanent roles in Devops

In summary, Devops Engineer Contract roles are project-based with temporary engagement, requiring similar skills and certifications as full-time positions. Full-time roles offer stability and ongoing employment benefits, while contract roles provide flexibility and short-term opportunities.

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DevOps Engineer (Contract)

Engineers and Constructors International Inc

Houston, TX • On-site

$50.25 - $69/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Join the ECI Group's Professional Technical Services Network as an DevOps Engineer. This is a Houston based a six-month contract role. NOTE: No visa sponsorships are available at this time for this position.
Role Overview
Must have strong front-office trading support experience, including 8+ years of FIX protocol, exchange connectivity, and real-time market data distribution (RTDS/DACS/ADH/ADS).
As DevOps Engineer , you will be a hands-on Engineer and be a member of a small high performing, team responsible for global derviatives trading production environments. Your work will be driven both by product teams but also engineering team backlogs of improvements and tech debt. Work includes -
• Ensure proactive management of critical end-to-end workflows, continuously improving stability and resilience through close collarabituon with delivery and infrastructure teams
• Assist with troubleshooting and issue resolution across development, support, and technical business users.
• Serve as an subject matter expert for trading systems initiatives.
• Hands-on experience in supporting scalable algorithmic trading technology in a compliant and flexible way.
• Experience of Algo regulation, audit and compliance & RTS6) is highly desirable
• Being part of the on-call rota working as part of a global team development engineers
Required Industry Knowledge:
• Understanding of all major global futures exchanges
• Knowledge of full exchange-traded derivatives trade lifecycle
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in Commodity Trading & Capital Markets / Investment Banks - to bring credible externalisation of mindset and approach and ensure we are cost: value competitive
• Knowledge of market data providers (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, etc.) and liquidity aggregation platforms.
• [Mininum of 8 years of knowledge of Realtime Market Data distribution platforms, individual Feedhandlers and Enterprise level realtime consolidated feeds]
• [Mininum of 8 years of knowledge of timeseries analytic frameworks include kdb, shakti or similar technologies]
Key Skills and Experience required
• Solid track record in application deployment best practices
• 10 years+ experience with Front Office application support and vendor management
• Rapid incident response to maintain continuous trading operations, turning quick fixes into robust, scalable solutions
• Proactive system monitoring and troubleshooting, owning reliability improvements and ensuring their successful delivery
• Understanding of trading lifecycle, including order capture & execution, allocation workflow, settlement, and compliance requirements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and propose innovative solutions.
• Must have strong technical skills in scripting, Python, PowerShell, C#, SQL or other programming languages
• 8 years+ solid relevant FIX Engineering experience
• Proven experience with exchange and vendor certification
• Knowledge of Third Party Networks and EMS/OMS software vendors. (e.g., TT, NYFIX, Bloomberg, TradingScreen)
• Experience in messaging systems, and experience debugging network protocols such as TCP, multicast, would be highly regarded.
• [8 years+ operational experience in supporting market data distribution platforms such as, Real Time Distribution Systems (RTDS) knowledge for DACS, ADH & ADS components]
• [Knowledge of Multicast data traffic management, arbitration and message queueing]
• [5 years+ operational experience in supporting time series frameworks such as kdb, shakti]
Soft Skills:
• Excellent communication skills to interact with traders, developers, and stakeholders.
• Thrives in high-pressure situations while working alongside traders, developers and other engineering teams
• Proactive, self-motivated, and flexible with a positive attitude
• Ability to work under demanding deadlines with changing priorities in a trading room environment

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