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DevOps Engineer I

Englewood, CO

$40/hr

DevOps Engineer I (Linux / Automation / SRE) Location: Englewood, CO Employment Type: W2 Contract (5 Months) Potential: Extension or conversion to a full-time position with either the client or CEI ...

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Hadoop Administrator

Greensboro, NC · On-site

Supporting Hortonworks HDP Knowledge of Linux automation tools such as Puppet or Chef Configuring Hadoop in the cloud (Azure) Creating high quality documents Qualifications HDFS, HBASE,Puppet or Chef ...

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Linux Administrator

Kirkland, WA · On-site

Support and maintain Puppet automation/configuration management. * Use Bash/Shell scripting for system administration and automation. * Troubleshoot Linux incidents, service issues, and ...

Electrosoft

Linux Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

Develop and maintain advanced automation scripts using BASH, Perl, JavaScript, or Python. * Perform administration and O&M tasks from the command line. * Manage task automation using tools like ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for linux automation in the United States is $116,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To excel in a Linux Automation role, expertise in Linux system administration, scripting languages (such as Bash, Python, or Perl), and configuration management tools (like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef) is essential, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications such as RHCE. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes), and source control systems is also highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, collaboration, and effective communication set top performers apart in this field. These abilities ensure reliable automation, efficient system deployment, and seamless collaboration across IT and development teams.

What is a Linux Automation?

A Linux Automation job focuses on using scripts, tools, and frameworks to automate repetitive tasks, system administration, and deployment processes on Linux-based systems. Professionals in this role work with technologies like Bash, Python, Ansible, Puppet, and Terraform to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention. They help maintain infrastructure, optimize workflows, and enhance system reliability by automating configuration management, software deployments, and monitoring tasks.

What does a Linux Automation do?

Professionals in Linux Automation frequently work on designing, developing, and maintaining scripts or tools that automate repetitive system administration tasks. Their daily responsibilities may include configuring servers, managing patch deployments, implementing monitoring solutions, and troubleshooting issues across a variety of Linux environments. They often collaborate closely with development, DevOps, and infrastructure teams to streamline workflows and ensure system reliability. This role is dynamic and often involves continuous learning to keep pace with evolving technologies and best practices.

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DevOps Engineer I

CEI

Englewood, CO

$40/hr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

DevOps Engineer I (Linux / Automation / SRE) 

Location: Englewood, CO 
Employment Type: W2 Contract (5 Months) 
Potential: Extension or conversion to a full-time position with either the client or CEI 
Pay Rate: $40/hour 
Benefits Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k) with Company Match 

Overview 

Seeking a DevOps/SRE Engineer to support a large-scale content delivery platform. This role will focus on Linux administration, infrastructure automation, deployment support, troubleshooting distributed systems, and improving operational efficiency through automation. 

Responsibilities 

  • Deploy and support production server infrastructure. 

  • Troubleshoot hardware, Linux, and application-related issues. 

  • Develop automation tools and streamline deployment pipelines. 

  • Collaborate with engineering teams to maintain service reliability and performance. 

  • Support large-scale distributed systems and content delivery services. 

  • Participate in on-call rotations as needed. 

  • Help define and maintain SLOs and SLIs. 

Required Skills 

  • 2+ years of systems, DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure experience. 

  • Strong Linux/Unix administration experience. 

  • Python scripting experience. 

  • Experience with Ansible or similar configuration management tools. 

  • Understanding of HTTP/HTTPS and web technologies. 

  • Strong networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, OSI Model). 

  • Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware, OpenStack, or KVM. 

  • Knowledge of client/server architecture and distributed systems. 

  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. 

  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. 

Preferred Technologies 

  • Ansible 

  • Python 

  • Golang 

  • Git 

  • Docker 

  • Grafana 

  • Apache Traffic Control (ATC) 

  • Apache Traffic Server (ATS) 

  • YAML / JSON 

  • iLO / iDRAC 

 
About CEI 

CEI is a trusted technology and staffing partner that helps organizations transform their businesses through innovative solutions and highly skilled talent. Our expertise spans strategy, custom application development, digital experience, application management, and workforce solutions, enabling our clients to achieve meaningful business outcomes. 

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