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Senior Java Engineer

Washington, DC

$64.75 - $82.75/hr

NIX based distributed systems Proficiency in Java and high concurrency distributed computing and message processing. Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms and distributed storage/file ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Columbus, OH

$55 - $73.25/hr

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

Maintain reproducible build and CI environments with Nix * Instrument CI health with Prometheus metrics, Grafana dashboards, and automated alerting to maintain high signal-to-noise on pipeline ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$58.25 - $77.50/hr

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

Site Reliability Engineer

Boulder, CO

$59 - $78.50/hr

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

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Site Reliability Engineer

Boulder, CO · On-site

$87 - $157/hr

A major part of this role will involve Nix and NixOS. We want someone who appreciates declarative systems, reproducible environments, infrastructure-as-code, and reducing configuration drift. You may ...

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Welder

Ogden, UT · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

At NIX Construction in Ogden Utah, welding is not just a shop job hidden behind four walls. Our welders are out in the field helping build real infrastructure that keeps projects moving and crews ...

Software Engineer, CI/CD

Austin, TX · On-site

$123K - $216K/yr

Bazel and Nix * Kubernetes * GitLab CI * AWS * Darwin, Ubuntu, Fedora Required Qualifications: * Deep experience operating Bazel, or similar hermetic build systems * Hands-on experience operating ...

Solutions Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$170K - $220K/yr

Under the hood we're built on Nix, one of the largest open source projects in the world, and our job is to turn that power into something every engineering team can pick up and use on day one. We ...

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ogden, UT · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

At NIX Construction in Ogden, Utah, our Heavy Equipment Operators are hands-on, in-the-action crew members who don't just run equipment... they help build entire projects from the ground up. You'll ...

Solutions Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

Build, adapt, and maintain demo environments across cloud infra, CI/CD, containers, Kubernetes, and Nix-based workflows. * Produce durable technical collateral: demo repositories, integration guides ...

Software Engineer, CI/CD

Austin, TX · Remote

$123K - $216K/yr

Bazel and Nix * Kubernetes * GitLab CI * AWS * Darwin, Ubuntu, Fedora Required Qualifications: * Deep experience operating Bazel, or similar hermetic build systems * Hands-on experience operating ...

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How much do nix jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for nix in the United States is $54.82, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $80.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nix?

Nix jobs typically refer to roles centered around using the Nix package manager and the Nix programming language. These positions often involve managing reproducible development environments, automating software deployment, and maintaining infrastructure using Nix. Professionals in these roles may work as DevOps engineers, system administrators, or software developers who leverage Nix to ensure consistency and reliability across systems. Nix jobs require a solid understanding of declarative configuration, package management, and often involve working with tools like NixOS and Nixpkgs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a nix engineer?

To thrive as a Nix engineer, you need a strong understanding of functional programming concepts, configuration management, and experience writing and maintaining Nix expressions. Familiarity with the Nix package manager, NixOS, and CI/CD tools, as well as relevant certifications or contributions to open-source Nix projects, are highly beneficial. Problem-solving, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for collaborating with teams and addressing complex deployment challenges. These skills ensure reliable, reproducible, and maintainable software environments, which are essential for efficient development and operations workflows.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working with nix, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working with Nix often encounter challenges related to its steep learning curve and the complexity of its declarative approach to package and configuration management. Navigating the unique syntax of the Nix language and understanding the build process can be initially daunting, especially for those transitioning from traditional package managers. Collaborating effectively within teams requires clear documentation and alignment on best practices for reproducible builds. To address these challenges, many teams invest time in knowledge sharing sessions, leverage community resources, and adopt established conventions to streamline onboarding and workflow.

What is the difference between Nix vs DevOps Engineer?

AspectNixDevOps Engineer
CredentialsTypically no specific certifications required, but knowledge of Nix package manager is essentialOften requires certifications like AWS, Azure, or Linux certifications
Work EnvironmentFocuses on package management, system configuration, and reproducible buildsInvolves automation, CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure, and system deployment
Industry UsagePrimarily used in software development, system administration, and open-source projectsUsed across software development, IT operations, and cloud services

While Nix specializes in package management and reproducible system configurations, DevOps Engineers focus on automating deployment pipelines and infrastructure. Both roles require technical expertise but serve different aspects of software and system management.

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Infographic showing various Nix job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 91% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,021 per year, or $54.8 per hour.

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Company Description

Jobs Bridge Inc is among the fastest growing IT staffing / professional services organization with its own job portal. Jobs Bridge works extremely closely with a large number of IT organizations in the most in-demand technology skill sets.

Job Description

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 


7+ years experience developing, delivering and operating in production large scale, highly available *NIX based distributed systems 

Proficiency in Java and high concurrency distributed computing and message processing. 

Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms and distributed storage/file systems fundamentals 

Strong Object Oriented Design Skills 

BS/MS in Computer Science or related field 


Additional Skills Sought: 


Experience developing high traffic/throughput systems 

Knowledge of scalable, high volume message processing (apache kafka, storm, etc) 

Knowledge of distributed database systems and distributed or shared file systems 

Experience with agile based iterative development and knowledge of software engineering best practices

Qualifications

 developing, delivering and operating in production large scale, highly available *NIX based distribu

Additional Information

Multiple Openings for GC/Citizen


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Josbridge Institute is your one-stop destination for your Data, Cloud and Analytics learning needs, powered by Microsoft AI & Cloud platform. We offer a wide range of courses and programs, from foundational to advanced focusing on Data Analysis, Cloud Engg, AI-ML required for Microsoft certification. Our courses are designed to equip you with the practical skills and knowledge required for success in the field of cloud computing, AI and Data Analytics. With our experienced faculty, applied learning and comprehensive curriculum, we are committed to helping you achieve your career goals. Students seeking Internship (CPT & OPT) may apply.

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Business schools and computer and management training

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Campbell, CA, US

Year founded

2022