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Docker Certified Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

DevOps Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert, Puppet Certified Professional, Docker Certified Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator ...

DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes/Docker

$54 - $74/hr

Relevant certifications (Docker Certified Associate, CKA, CKAD, etc.). * Experience with .NET framework and applications Compensation Ranges Compensation ranges for ASM Research positions vary ...

DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$55 - $75.25/hr

Preferred : • Certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Docker Certified Associate, or Kubernetes Administrator. • Experience with microservices architecture. • Familiarity with ...

Sr. Elastic Engineer

Bedford, MA · On-site

$109.90K - $150.90K/yr

... Docker Certified Associate (DCA) • + Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) • + HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate • + Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation • Prior ...

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... • Docker Certified Associate (DCA) • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) • HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate • Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation • Prior ...

Sr. Elastic Engineer

Hampton, VA · On-site

$103.50K - $142.20K/yr

... Docker Certified Associate (DCA) • + Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) • + HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate • + Red Hat Certified Specialist in Ansible Automation • Prior ...

DevOps Engineer

Reston, VA

$55 - $75.25/hr

Certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Docker Certified Associate, or Kubernetes Administrator. * Experience with microservices architecture. * Familiarity with monitoring and logging ...

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional, CompTIA Security+ CE (DoD 8570), Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Docker Certified Associate (DCA) Company : INflow Federal was founded in ...

DevOps Engineer 2 (Networking)

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert, Puppet Certified Professional, Docker Certified Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator ...

DevOps Platform Engineer

Peabody, MA · On-site

$58.50 - $80.25/hr

Security+ required or attained within 6-months of employment; additional certifications such as Terraform Associate, Docker Certified Associate, Kubernetes (CKA/CKAD), GitLab/GitHub CI/CD ...

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How much do docker certified associate jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for docker certified associate in the United States is $141,209.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $212,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Docker Certified Associate job?

A Docker Certified Associate (DCA) job typically involves managing containerized applications using Docker tools and platforms. Professionals in this role design, implement, and troubleshoot containerized environments while ensuring scalability and security. They work with Docker Compose, Docker Swarm, and Kubernetes to manage containers in production. This certification validates proficiency in Docker concepts, making it valuable for DevOps engineers, developers, and system administrators handling container-based workloads.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Docker Certified Associate position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Docker Certified Associate, you need a solid understanding of containerization concepts, Docker architecture, and hands-on experience with deploying, managing, and troubleshooting Dockerized applications. Familiarity with orchestration tools like Kubernetes, knowledge of cloud platforms, and a valid Docker Certified Associate certification are highly valued. Effective problem-solving, teamwork, and strong communication skills help you collaborate across development and operations teams. These competencies are essential for ensuring reliable application deployment, scalability, and optimizing DevOps workflows.

What are some typical challenges faced by a Docker Certified Associate in their day-to-day work?

A Docker Certified Associate often encounters challenges such as troubleshooting container networking issues, optimizing resource usage, and ensuring security for containerized environments. Balancing the needs of development and operations teams while integrating Docker with existing CI/CD pipelines can also present obstacles. Staying updated with evolving container best practices and orchestration tools is crucial, as is adapting to different cloud or on-premises infrastructures. Successfully overcoming these challenges not only requires strong technical expertise but also effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
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Infographic showing various Docker Certified Associate job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 91% Full Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $141,209 per year, or $67.9 per hour.

DevOps Engineer

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Plano, TX • On-site

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

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Job description

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field strongly preferred. A combination of equivalent technical certifications and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
  • CERTIFICATIONS: One or more preferred (or similar, equivalent certification): AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Microsoft Azure Developer Associate, Microsoft DevOps Engineer Expert, Puppet Certified Professional, Docker Certified Associate, Certified Kubernetes Administrator

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of seven (7) years of a mix of Development and DevOps experience with Cloud Service Providers (Azure preferred), Continual Integration/Continual delivery (CI/CD), logging and monitoring tools.
  • Proven experience with technologies used to deliver and manage infrastructure environments.
  • Experience using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform) and automation tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Saltstack).
  • Advanced container experience with Docker and Kubernetes or other container orchestration platform.
  • Demonstrated experience with scripting languages.