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DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location: Chantilly VA We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in ... Active security clearance with full scope polygraph is required Pager/On-call: Pager rotation may ...

DevOps Engineer

San Diego, CA ยท On-site

$56 - $76.75/hr

Qualifications 24*7 on-call rotation Embrace DevOps as a culture. Live and breathe automation. The goal should be to support business agility. You must have experience with building resilient and ...

DevOps Engineer

Hudson, OH

$48.25 - $66/hr

What You'll DoInfrastructure & DevOps Operations (Technology - IT/Infrastructure: Cloud ... Participate in production support triage, escalation processes, and on-call rotations * Monitor ...

DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$58.25 - $79.75/hr

Intro to Position NPR is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our cross-discipline technical product ... Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation to quickly diagnose, mitigate, and resolve ...

... operations, and drive towards the implementation of Continuous Delivery. Perform advanced ... Ability to work in fast paced and challenging environment, and available on-call, and/or support bi ...

DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC ยท On-site

$59.75 - $81.75/hr

Intro to Position NPR is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our cross-discipline technical product ... Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation to quickly diagnose, mitigate, and resolve ...

DevOps Engineer

$54 - $74/hr

DevOps Engineer Location : Remote, US US Citizen or Permanent Resident Responsibilities * Develop ... Participate in an on-call rotation and handle periodic out-of-band requests Requirements * Ideal ...

DevOps Engineer

Hamilton, NJ ยท On-site

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

As a DevOps Engineer you will be responsible to assist and lead the support of complex set of SaaS ... Needs to be highly available and on-call for production outages. * Drive automation to reduce ...

DevOps Engineer

Hoboken, NJ ยท Remote

$57.75 - $79/hr

Who You Are The DevOps Engineer will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of ... Experience supporting production systems and participating in on-call rotations. Benefits We offer ...

DevOps Engineer

Hamilton, NJ ยท On-site

$52.25 - $71.75/hr

As a DevOps Engineer you will be responsible to assist and lead the support of complex set of SaaS ... Needs to be highly available and on-call for production outages. * Drive automation to reduce ...

DevOps Engineer

Sterling, VA ยท On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

Job title: DevOps Engineer Location: Hybrid(Sterling, VA) One day onsite a week is mandatory Work ... in on-call rotation and provide hands-on support during emergencies, outages, and service ...

DevOps Engineer

Hudson, OH ยท On-site

$48.25 - $66/hr

What You'll Do Infrastructure & DevOps Operations (Technology - IT/Infrastructure: Cloud ... Participate in production support triage, escalation processes, and on-call rotations * Monitor ...

DevOps Engineer

Washington, DC ยท Hybrid

$107K - $119K/yr

Intro to Position NPR is seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our cross-discipline technical product ... Participate in a shared engineering on-call rotation to quickly diagnose, mitigate, and resolve ...

DevOps Engineer

Lafayette, LA ยท On-site

$50.50 - $69/hr

DevOps Engineer Category: Project Management Main location: United States, Louisiana, Lafayette ... This role may require participation in a rotating on-call schedule every 4-6 weeks to support ...

DevOps Engineer

Pittsburgh, PA ยท On-site

$111K - $129K/yr

DevOps Engineer Department: DevOps Employment Type: Full Time Location: Pittsburgh Onsite ... Fulfill on-call responsibilities , consistently meeting or exceeding established Mean Time to ...

DevOps Engineer

Richardson, TX ยท On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Title: Devops Engineer Location: Remote Duration: Long-Term Contract with Potential to Convert to ... Participate in on call support or incident response activities as needed Required Qualifications

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How much do on call devops jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call devops in the United States is $60.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50.72 and $69.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are On Call DevOps?

On Call DevOps are IT professionals who are responsible for maintaining the reliability, availability, and performance of software systems, especially outside regular business hours. They are 'on call' to respond to incidents, outages, or urgent issues that may arise in production environments. Their role is crucial for minimizing downtime, quickly resolving problems, and ensuring that services run smoothly 24/7. On Call DevOps often work with monitoring tools, automated alerts, and incident response protocols to efficiently address problems as they occur.

Is DevOps still in demand in 2026?

DevOps roles remain in high demand in 2026 due to ongoing digital transformation and the need for continuous integration and deployment. Skills in cloud platforms, automation tools, and containerization are especially valuable for on-call DevOps professionals. The role continues to evolve with emerging technologies like AI and serverless computing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an On Call DevOps Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an On Call DevOps Engineer, you need strong skills in systems administration, cloud platforms, automation scripting, and infrastructure management, typically backed by a degree in computer science or related experience. Familiarity with tools like AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring systems, as well as certifications such as AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or Docker Certified Associate, is highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are critical soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure fast, reliable incident response and minimize downtime, keeping systems operational and stakeholders satisfied.

How much do on-call engineers make?

On-call DevOps engineers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company size. Compensation may include additional pay for after-hours or emergency responses, and strong skills in cloud platforms, scripting, and monitoring tools can influence salary levels.

What are the typical challenges faced by an On Call DevOps engineer during after-hours support?

On Call DevOps engineers often encounter time-sensitive system outages or critical incidents outside of regular business hours. The main challenges include quickly diagnosing the root cause of issues under pressure, coordinating with cross-functional teams remotely, and maintaining clear communication with stakeholders. Effective incident management, stress resilience, and a thorough understanding of the system's architecture are essential in this role. Additionally, balancing on-call responsibilities with work-life harmony is important for long-term job satisfaction.

Is DevOps dead due to AI?

DevOps professionals continue to be essential as AI tools automate certain tasks but do not replace the need for skills in infrastructure management, automation, and continuous integration. AI enhances DevOps workflows but requires expertise in scripting, cloud platforms, and monitoring tools to implement effectively.

Does DevOps do on call?

DevOps engineers often participate in on-call rotations to monitor systems, respond to incidents, and ensure system reliability. This responsibility is common in roles that involve maintaining production environments, requiring skills in automation, monitoring tools, and incident management. On-call duties are typically part of the job to support continuous deployment and system uptime.
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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineer

Anthem Engineering

Chantilly, VA โ€ข On-site

$54 - $74/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

DevOps Engineer

Location: Chantilly VA

We are looking for a DevOps Engineer with experience in building, delivering, and maintaining high-performing, scalable, enterprise-grade applications. You will be part of a talented software team that works on mission-critical applications. DevOps engineer roles and responsibilities include providing expertise in the full system development lifecycle, from concept and design to testing, delivery, and sustainment. DevOps developer responsibilities include working with software developers and site reliability engineers to design, develop and deliver high-volume, low-latency applications and infrastructure for mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities:

  • Define site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.
  • Develop infrastructure as code, container orchestration, or other cloud-native solutions to quickly deliver scalable applications and systems.
  • Develop system health monitoring, establish system performance baselines, and conduct system performance tests. Work with site reliability engineers to ensure the continuous delivery of services within organizationally defined service level objectives and agreements.
  • Recommend system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.
  • Integrate applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.
  • Develop and maintain continuous integration/continuous delivery pipelines to test and deliver software systems through development, testing, and production. Work with software developers to ensure software components are built correctly, securely, and are tested before delivery.
  • Troubleshoot development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.
  • Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and presenting these for architectural review.
  • Support users by developing documentation and assistance tools.
  • Update job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; and participating in professional organizations.
  • Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Experience and technologies:

  • Experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Experience with infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle
  • Experience with no-SQL databases such as Elasticsearch or DynamoDB
  • Experience with tools including git (preferably GitHub), CI/CD (preferably Jenkins), artifact management (preferably Nexus), ticketing (preferably Jira), and knowledge management (preferably Confluence)
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Experience delivering and maintaining complex applications in languages such as Java, Python, Ruby, or JavaScript
  • Experience delivering and maintaining front-end web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue
  • Experience developing on, and for, Linux-based systems (preferably RedHat-based)
  • Experience developing in an Agile environment

Level: Entry Level - SME

Clearance: Active security clearance with full scope polygraph is required

Pager/On-call: Pager rotation may be required

Top 5 Reasons to Work at Anthem Engineering:

  • We realize that we all spend a considerable amount of time at work so it had better be fun!
  • Do work you feel good about. Our mission is to save lives and taxpayer dollars. We work to enable the mission and create reusable capabilities that can be leveraged across a diverse customer set.
  • We're always learning new technologies, frameworks, and tools so we can use the right ones for the emerging problems.
  • You're not just another cog in a machine. We're invested in your growth as an individual, technical and otherwise. Everyone has a voice and is valued.
  • Small companies are important to us. We enjoy the closeness, directness, and efficiency of working in a small company environment

Anthem Engineering is an EEO employer. We are committed to providing fair and equal employment consideration, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.