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Western Climate Initiative

DevOps Specialist

Sacramento, CA · On-site +1

$56.25 - $77/hr

WCI, Inc. is seeking a qualified DevOps Specialist to provide infrastructure management and monitoring expertise, to set up a continuous integration/delivery pipeline as well as to facilitate ...

SA Technologies Inc.

DevOps Specialist

Everett, WA

$58.25 - $79.75/hr

Position : DevOps Specialist Location: Everett, WA Employment: Contract (3-6 months) Description: The ideal candidate will assist our Developer groups in making a cultural shift to DevOps. This ...

FastTek

DevOps Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$48.50 - $66.50/hr

DevOps Specialist #1061462 * Employees in this job function are responsible for building, testing and maintaining the infrastructure and tools for software/ code development, deployment and release.

Hatch IT

Senior DevOps Specialist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

As a Senior DevOps Specialist , you will join VIA's DevOps team to help drive the deployment, security, and reliability of their Web3 data and identity protection solutions. You won't wait to be ...

VIA

Senior DevOps Specialist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$141K - $182K/yr

An impressive mission requires an equally impressive Senior DevOps Specialist As a Senior DevOps Specialist, you will join VIA's DevOps team to help drive the deployment, security, and reliability of ...

hatch IT

Senior DevOps Specialist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

As a Senior DevOps Specialist , you will join VIA's DevOps team to help drive the deployment, security, and reliability of their Web3 data and identity protection solutions. You won't wait to be ...

VIA

Senior DevOps Specialist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$141K - $182K/yr

An impressive mission requires an equally impressive Senior DevOps Specialist As a Senior DevOps Specialist, you will join VIA's DevOps team to help drive the deployment, security, and reliability of ...

Hatch IT

Senior DevOps Specialist

Somerville, MA · On-site

$165K - $195K/yr

As a Senior DevOps Specialist , you will join VIA's DevOps team to help drive the deployment, security, and reliability of their Web3 data and identity protection solutions. You won't wait to be ...

FastTek

DevOps Specialist

Dearborn, MI · On-site +1

$48.50 - $66.50/hr

DevOps Specialist #1058874 * The Opportunity: Build the Digital Nervous System for the Future of Mobility At company, we aren't just building legendary vehicles--we are building the software-defined ...

Apex Informatics

DevOps Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$48.75 - $66.75/hr

Ansible, DevOps Specialist, DevOps Qualifications: Experience in Devops tools like Bitbucket, Ansible & XLR Experience in Java/J2EE technologies. Hands on experience on development tools like Eclipse ...

Weekday AI

DevOps Specialist

$54 - $74/hr

USA, US JobType: full-time We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with 5 to 7 years of experience, who has a strong command of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) . Experience in a security ...

LTM

Terraform Devops Specialist

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$51.75 - $71/hr

LTM is a company seeking a Terraform DevOps Specialist. The role involves hands-on expertise in Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure provisioning and configuration management, as well as ...

Creative Realities Inc

DevOps Specialist

Louisville, KY · On-site

$59K - $73K/yr

Role Overview We are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to design, build, and scale our infrastructure and deployment systems. You will play a critical role in automating processes, improving ...

Nastech Global

Devops /Automation Engineer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$49 - $67/hr

Jacksonville , FL (onsite) Job Type: Full time Must Have Technical/Functional Skills * DevOps Specialist with Angular JS and C# skills. * Develop and manage CI/CD metrics (SDLC tracker - requiring ...

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How much do devops specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for devops specialist in the United States is $61,070.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,500.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a DevOps specialist?

DevOps Specialists are IT professionals who bridge the gap between software development and operations teams to streamline the software delivery process. They use automation, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools, and infrastructure management practices to ensure that software is built, tested, and released efficiently and reliably. Their responsibilities often include managing cloud infrastructure, automating workflows, monitoring system performance, and collaborating closely with both developers and IT staff. DevOps Specialists play a key role in improving collaboration, reducing deployment times, and increasing system reliability within organizations.

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

To thrive as a DevOps Specialist, you need a strong background in software development, system administration, and automation, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, as well as certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, is commonly expected. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and a collaborative mindset help DevOps Specialists bridge gaps between development and operations teams. These competencies are vital for streamlining workflows, ensuring continuous integration and delivery, and maintaining reliable system performance.

What are some common challenges a DevOps specialist faces during the integration of new tools or workflows?

DevOps Specialists often encounter challenges such as resistance to change from team members, ensuring seamless integration across diverse systems, and maintaining security while implementing automation. Adapting existing infrastructure to new tools can require significant troubleshooting and collaboration with developers, QA, and IT teams. Continuous learning and effective communication are key to overcoming these hurdles and driving successful DevOps adoption.

What is the difference between Devops Specialist vs Cloud Engineer?

AspectDevops SpecialistCloud Engineer
CredentialsCertifications like AWS, Azure, Docker, KubernetesSame certifications, plus cloud platform-specific credentials
Work EnvironmentFocus on automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure managementDesigning, deploying, and managing cloud infrastructure
Industry UsageUsed across tech, finance, healthcare for deployment automationPrimarily in organizations adopting cloud solutions
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for automation and deployment rolesCompared for cloud infrastructure and platform management

While both roles involve cloud technologies and certifications, a Devops Specialist primarily focuses on automation, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure management, whereas a Cloud Engineer concentrates on designing and deploying cloud infrastructure. The roles often overlap but serve different core functions within IT teams.

Is a DevOps Specialist an entry level role?

A DevOps Specialist is typically a mid- to senior-level role that requires experience with automation, cloud platforms, and tools like Jenkins or Docker. Entry-level positions in DevOps usually focus on supporting roles or internships, with more advanced responsibilities requiring several years of experience.
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Infographic showing various Devops Specialist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,070 per year, or $29.4 per hour.

DevOps Specialist

Western Climate Initiative

Sacramento, CA • On-site, Remote

$56.25 - $77/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

About WCI, Inc.

At WCI, Inc., you can become part of a collaborative and dynamic team supporting the largest carbon market in the Americas and one of the largest in the world. Emissions trading is an approach to tackle climate change as it incentivizes innovative technology and economic growth while improving quality of life and promoting investments in clean, affordable energy. Through major technology investments, we enable the Participating Jurisdictions to build, use, and maintain a secure, reliable, and flexible emissions trading platform.


What are we looking for?

WCI, Inc. is seeking a qualified DevOps Specialist to provide infrastructure management and monitoring expertise, to set up a continuous integration/delivery pipeline as well as to facilitate, monitor and review software development/automation operations.


What will you do?

  • Work independently and collaboratively to set up continuous build environment to facilitate and accelerate software development as well as deployment.
  • Champion DevSecOps principles and practices.
  • Plan, test and implement infrastructure and appropriate environments.
  • Provide guidance and infrastructure support to software development teams.
  • Monitor, Review, Streamline and Improve technical operations.
  • Monitor and Inspect automation, Version Control and Security across the pipeline.
  • Recognize areas of improvement in the development /deployment lifecycle and recommend action plans.


What skills and knowledge should you bring?

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or related field.
  • Solid knowledge of cloud-based environments, especially AWS (core services such as IAM, VPC, S3, Lambda, ECS/Fargate).
  • Hands-on experience implementing Continuous Integration & Delivery(e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or similar).
  • 3+ years of experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, preferably Pulumi; experience with Terraform is acceptable if accompanied by strong willingness to learn Pulumi.
  • Demonstrable experience writing infrastructure or automation code in TypeScript (or strong TypeScript skills with a track record of quickly learning new languages).
  • 3+ years of experience on a cloud or SaaS operations team.
  • 3+ years of experience managing and monitoring infrastructure.
  • Expertise in software process automation.
  • Excellent understanding of Security as part of DevOps.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, Python, or similar) for automation tasks.

Desired Qualifications

  • DevOps certifications (AWS/Docker/Config Management tools etc.).
  • Experience working with governmental agencies.


Travel

The DevOps Specialist may need to travel for specific and well-defined business purposes.


About this Position

This is a full-time salary position that may be located in Sacramento, California or remote from Sacramento area. WCI, Inc. offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with qualifications and professional experience and is committed to equal employment opportunities. For more information, visit ourWebsite and Careers Page.


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