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Traffic Engineer

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Azure APIM Developer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$60/hr

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Azure APIM Developer

Columbia, SC · On-site

$51 - $63.25/hr

Experience with Azure DevOps, Azure Functions, Azure App Services, and other Azure services. * Experience with Azure cloud security and compliance. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a ...

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As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for devops engineer in Columbia, SC is $56.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46.92 and $64.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do DevOps Engineers typically collaborate with development and operations teams on a daily basis?

DevOps Engineers act as a bridge between development and operations teams by automating workflows, facilitating communication, and ensuring smooth software deployments. On a daily basis, they work closely with developers to integrate code changes, manage CI/CD pipelines, and troubleshoot build or deployment issues. They also collaborate with IT operations to monitor system performance, address infrastructure concerns, and implement security best practices. This collaborative approach helps ensure rapid delivery of reliable software while minimizing downtime.

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

To thrive as a DevOps Engineer, you need a solid understanding of software development, IT operations, automation, and CI/CD practices, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure, and configuration management systems like Ansible or Chef is highly valued, along with relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer). Strong problem-solving abilities, collaboration, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for bridging development and operations teams. These skills and qualities are important for ensuring efficient software delivery, system reliability, and seamless collaboration across the software development lifecycle.

What Is a DevOps Engineer?

As a DevOps engineer, you collaborate with the IT development and operations teams to oversee the continuous integration of software applications throughout development, deployment, and infrastructure management. Your job duties include coding, scripting, testing, managing hardware and network configurations, logging, and performing health checks. You may be responsible for managing the automation processes between development and operations, and ensuring they work together for code releases. You may use a variety of DevOps tools like Nagios, Docker, and Git.

What are DevOps Engineers?

DevOps Engineers are IT professionals who bridge the gap between software development and operations. They work to automate and streamline the software delivery process by using tools and practices that enable continuous integration, continuous delivery, and quick deployment. Their responsibilities include configuring infrastructure, monitoring systems, managing CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring reliable releases. DevOps Engineers often collaborate with developers, QA, and IT staff to ensure consistent and efficient workflows. Their goal is to improve collaboration, increase deployment speed, and maintain system reliability.
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Manager of Engineering Operations

Manager of Engineering Operations

McCall Thomas Engineering Company, Inc.

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Manager of Engineering Operations

Location: onsite work in Orangeburg, SC / Moncks Corner, SC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Reports To: VP & Director of Engineering and Operations

Primary mission: Keep engineering profitable, scheduled, staffed, accountable, and client responsive. The Manager of Engineering Operations will own execution, not the technical seal.

About McCall-Thomas Engineering

McCall-Thomas Engineering is a trusted leader in the Electrical and Telecommunications industry, committed to delivering innovative and reliable solutions. With expertise in Communications Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electric Utility Services, and Field Operations, we provide comprehensive turn-key projects tailored to meet our clients' needs.McCall-Thomas Engineering we have been providing quality engineering and technical services since 1945.


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Manager of Engineering Operations to focus on maintaining profitability of the engineering department as well as being responsible for scheduling, staffing, and client communications across two office locations-Orangeburg, SC and Moncks Corner, SC. This role requires strong leadership and the ability to manage staff, schedule, projects, and client expectations in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Foster a culture of teamwork, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Maintain strong relationships with client engineering personnel and internal departments
  • Assist with recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new team members
  • Daily management of engineering personnel
  • Weekly personnel utilization review
  • Workload planning by person and office
  • Project budget tracking
  • Not to exceed tracking
  • Schedule recovery
  • Project manager accountability
  • Client status follow up
  • Scope change tracking
  • BQE CORE compliance
  • Reporting metrics to leadership weekly
  • Ensure clear communication with clients, team members, and upper management.


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Technology Management or equivalent degree
  • 10 plus years in engineering, utility, construction, consulting, or project delivery
  • 5 years of supervisory experience
  • Eligibility to work in the US without employer sponsorship now or in the future
  • Valid driver's license with clean driving record
  • Strong project budget discipline
  • Experience with utilization, backlog, labor loading, and project margin
  • Ability to hold project managers and engineers accountable
  • Ability to enforce standards
  • Strong client communication
  • Comfortable using accounting or project management systems


Preferred Qualifications

  • Utility engineering experience
  • Professional services experience
  • BQE CORE or similar system experience
  • PMP or strong field utility background
  • Strong understanding of engineering workflows, project economics, and resource planning
  • Excellent communication, documentation, and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across two office locations


Why Join Us?

  • Lead a talented engineering team across two growing offices.
  • Opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects in telecommunications and power delivery.
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Professional development and long-term career growth opportunities.


What We Offer

At McCall-Thomas, we offer employees the chance to work with great people on exciting projects, with opportunity for growth. We also provide a full range of benefits for employees, such as:

  • Competitive compensation
  • 100% company-paid medical insurance premium
  • Company-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401k plan with employer match up to 5%
  • Paid time off and holiday leave
  • Stock ownership opportunities

Qualified candidates likely have some of the following workexperience:

  • Project Delivery Manager
  • Operations Manager, Engineering Services
  • Project Controls Manager
  • Engineering Department Manager
  • Utility Engineering Operations Manager
  • PMO Manager for Engineering or Construction Services


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