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Freelance Bash Shell Scripting Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Software Engineer III

Annapolis Junction, MD

$63.25 - $84.75/hr

Proficient in Python (3.x) development and Bash shell scripting * Familiar with Rust programming concepts or eager to learn and apply them * Experienced with containerization technologies such as ...

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering, Information Systems or related field Recent grad with 1-2 years exp will be sufficient Must have scripting knowledge (Bash or Shell or Perl or ...

Experience with the AWS cloud platform and its data services Skilled in BASH/Shell scripting. Preferred: Experience with Kafka and MuleSoft API. Understanding of healthcare data systems is a plus.

java developer

Woodbridge, NJ · On-site

$51.50 - $66.75/hr

... scripting languages such as Python, Bash, Shell * 3+ years of experience working in Agile environment using Scrum/Kanban * 3+ years of experience working in Jira, Confluence

Python Developer

West Palm Beach, FL · Hybrid

$48.50 - $67/hr

... bash/shell scripting Expert level programing skills in Python and proficient with Angular Intermediate relational database dev experience: Microsoft SQL Server preferred Relocation and excellent ...

Android developer

Dulles, VA · Remote

$57 - $75/hr

Kotlin DSL, Java, Bash/Shell Scripting, HTML. - Android architecture and Android Studio/IDE experience. - Azure DevOps Pipeline using YAML. - Dependency injection using Dagger/Hilt. - Building native ...

... Python/BASH/Shell scripting in Linux environment Experience with PowerShell scripting in Windows environment Command on working with Windows and Linux OS Experience with one of the programming ...

DevOps Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$68.25/hr

Expertise in Bash shell scripting in a Linux environment. Expertise in deployment automation with Ansible playbooks using YAML. Proficiency with build and CI tools such as Maven and Jenkins.

Devops Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$68.25/hr

Expertise in Bash shell scripting in a Linux environment. Expertise in deployment automation with Ansible playbooks using YAML. Proficiency with build and integration tools such as Maven and Jenkins.

DevOps Engineer

Herndon, VA

$54.25 - $74.25/hr

Bourne/Bash shell scripting * Ansible * Experience using revision control systems such as CVS, SVN, Git, GitLab, or GitLab CI * Experience building or managing DevOps deployment automation processes

US_West | Infrastructure Engineer_L3

$110K - $144K/yr

... Bash Shell scripting (Priority: 2) Python (Priority:1) GitHub (Priority:1) Mercurial (Priority:2) Named Job Posting? (if Yes - needs to be approved by SCSC) Additional Details * Global Grade : C

Python Developer

West Palm Beach, FL · On-site

$48.50 - $67/hr

... bash/shell scripting • Expert level programing skills in Python and proficient with Angular • Intermediate relational database dev experience: Microsoft SQL Server preferred Relocation and ...

Senior DevOps Engineer

Sandy, UT

$123K - $158K/yr

Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, Shell, or Bash. * Hands-on AWS experience, including: * EC2 * S3 * CloudWatch * Lambda * Kinesis * CloudFormation * RDS * Experience building ...

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How much do freelance bash shell scripting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance bash shell scripting in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Bash Shell Scripting vs Freelance Linux System Administration?

AspectFreelance Bash Shell ScriptingFreelance Linux System Administration
Required SkillsScripting, automation, command-line proficiencySystem setup, user management, network configuration
CertificationsNone mandatory, but Linux or scripting certifications helpLinux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA)
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, project-basedRemote or onsite, ongoing support
Industry UsageTech, startups, automation projectsIT services, enterprise, hosting providers

Freelance Bash Shell Scripting focuses on writing scripts for automation and task simplification, while Freelance Linux System Administration involves managing entire Linux environments. Both roles require Linux knowledge, but scripting is more specialized, whereas system administration covers broader responsibilities.

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Software Engineer with Splunk

Software Engineer with Splunk

ManTech International

Fort George G Meade, MD • On-site

$141K - $236K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


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Company rating: 9.0 out of 10

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Job description

General information
Requisition #
R68313
Locations
USA-MD-Fort Meade
Posting Date
06/01/2026
Security Clearance Required
TS/SCI w/ Poly
Remote Type
Onsite
Time Type
Full time
Description & Requirements
Unlock the secrets of intelligence with MANTECH! Join a dynamic team at the forefront of national security, providing advanced solutions to government intelligence agencies. Since 1968, we've been solving the toughest challenges with groundbreaking tech. Explore thrilling projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and Software Development. Elevate your career and make a difference. Your adventure begins now-unleash your potential with MANTECH!
MANTECH seeks an experienced and passionate, career and customer-oriented Software Engineer to join our team located in the Ft. Meade, MD area.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Leverage IT automation to perform daily tasks associated with data repositories on air-gapped networks.
  • Perform Bash shell scripting
  • Demonstrated experience creating and managing virtual environments
  • Experience configuring and maintaining storage and file systems
  • Experience in developing and delivering briefings, technical presentations, and program documentation to senior program management
  • Demonstrated experience working with a team to introduce and integrate new technologies into existing production environments
  • Document and maintain SOPs on the configuration of the system

Minimum Qualifications:
  • 14+ years of Software engineering experience with a bachelor's degree in system engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline or 19 years of systems engKInda felt bacdlyneering experience and associate's degree may be substituted.
  • 2 years of experience in architecting, deploying and general administration of Splunk to include infrastructure planning, data collection and comprehension, development and integration, configuring data inputs and forwarders, data management, creating/managing user accounts, and general troubleshooting and monitoring
  • Intermediate familiarization for the configuration, orchestration, and development of containerized applications (Ranger/Docker/Kubernetes)
  • Experience with Python AND JavaScript AND Bash shell scripting
  • Familiarity with Linux administration, system file hierarchy, root commands
  • Ability to troubleshoot and deploy tools such as Redhat and Ansible.
  • Ability to automate dataflow between distributed software systems.
  • Hands-on experience with NIFI to forward collected log events to repositories for analysis.
  • Familiarity with this open-source platform for the development of containerized applications for distributed applications e.g. Kubernetes.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Ability to launch and configure VMWare instances (i.e., vCenter)
  • Create/Maintain bash scripts to dump and load databases
  • Experience with Ruby, Java and Perl
  • Fundamental experience with DevOps tools such as nxLog, Graphana, GIT, SaltStack (SALT)

Clearance Requirement:
  • Must have a current/active TS/SCI with Poly

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position at least 50% of the time.
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as, the copy machine/fax machine/computer/printer.

The projected compensation range for this position is $141,500.00-$236,000.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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