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DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$54 - $74/hr

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 ...

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$54 - $74/hr

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 ...

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$54 - $74/hr

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 ...

Software/DevOps Engineer

$120K - $140K/yr

About the role At Evio, DevOps Engineers support both software development and operational execution in a productcentric, smallcompany environment. This role blends handson development with runtime ...

You will develop open source software that enables efficient DevOps workflows across bare-metal systems, private clouds, Kubernetes, and high-performance computing environments. The role combines ...

DevOps Engineer

Austin, TX ยท On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

If you have a solid background in software engineering and are familiar with Ruby or Python, we'd like to meet you. You will execute and automate operational processes fast, accurately and securely.

Software Engineer, DevOps / Infrastructure

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$52.25 - $71.50/hr

... s Engineer to be a key part of development on their software products and to help expand their pipeline for delivering new products and ML models while increasing automated testing and stability of ...

Sr Software DevOps Engineer

Goleta, CA ยท On-site

$140K - $180K/yr

... s Engineer is responsible for leading the design and development of best-in-class DevOps pipelines for the build and release of Linux-based medical device software. This is a hands on position that ...

DevOps Engineer

Alexandria, VA

$56.50 - $77.25/hr

... s Engineer We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our team! You will design and develop solutions ... Oversee the installation of operating systems, network systems, software, and hardware * Monitor ...

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA ยท On-site

$54 - $74/hr

... s Engineer We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our team! You will design and develop solutions ... Oversee the installation of operating systems, network systems, software, and hardware * Monitor ...

DevOps Engineer

Alexandria, VA ยท On-site

$56.50 - $77.25/hr

Steel Thread Software, Inc. has an URGENT need for a highly skilled and innovative DevOps Subject Matter Expert who is looking to join a fast paced start up environment working with both commercial ...

DevOps Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท Hybrid

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, system administration, and automation. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our ...

DevOps Engineer

Orlando, FL ยท Hybrid

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

The ideal candidate will have experience in software development, system administration, and automation. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining our ...

DevOps Engineer

Hyattsville, MD ยท On-site

$53 - $72.50/hr

Collaborate with software engineers, cloud architects, security specialists, project teams, and clients to deliver effective technical solutions. * Maintain technical documentation, operational ...

Sr. DevOps Engineer

Houston, TX

$124K - $159K/yr

Cority is the global enterprise EHS software provider creating industry-leading technology to ... s Engineer will work collaboratively with software engineering to deploy and operate our systems.

DevOps Engineer

Fort Worth, TX ยท On-site

$50.50 - $69.25/hr

You will work closely with software developers to improve application build, testing, release, and ... , platform engineering, or related experience Strong hands-on Microsoft Azure experience CI/CD ...

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DevOps Engineer

Hyattsville, MD ยท On-site

$52.75 - $72.50/hr

Collaborate with software engineers, cloud architects, security specialists, project teams, and clients to deliver effective technical solutions. * Maintain technical documentation, operational ...

Sr. DevOps Engineer

Houston, TX

$124K - $159K/yr

Cority is the global enterprise EHS software provider creating industry-leading technology to ... s Engineer will work collaboratively with software engineering to deploy and operate our systems.

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How much do software operations engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for software operations engineer in the United States is $85,029.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $69,500.00 and $94,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a software operations engineer?

Software Operations Engineers are IT professionals responsible for ensuring that software applications and systems run smoothly and efficiently in production environments. They manage deployment, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintenance of software systems, often collaborating with developers and IT teams to resolve issues quickly. Their work helps minimize downtime, optimize performance, and support continuous integration and delivery processes. By proactively identifying and addressing problems, they help ensure a reliable and stable user experience.

What are some common challenges software operations engineers face when managing large-scale production systems?

Software Operations Engineers often encounter challenges such as maintaining system uptime during peak usage, troubleshooting complex incidents under tight deadlines, and ensuring seamless deployment of updates without disrupting services. They must also coordinate closely with development, QA, and infrastructure teams to quickly resolve issues and implement improvements. Staying current with evolving automation tools and monitoring technologies is essential for efficiently managing and scaling production environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a software operations engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Operations Engineer, you need a solid background in computer science, systems administration, and troubleshooting, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS or Azure), CI/CD tools, monitoring systems, and scripting languages like Python or Bash is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are important to ensure reliable software deployment, minimize downtime, and maintain seamless operations in dynamic technical environments.

What is the difference between Software Operations Engineer vs DevOps Engineer?

AspectSoftware Operations EngineerDevOps Engineer
Primary FocusMaintaining and supporting software systems, ensuring stability and performanceAutomating development, deployment, and integration processes to improve efficiency
Skills & CertificationsSystem administration, scripting, cloud platforms, monitoring toolsCI/CD tools, scripting, cloud services, automation frameworks
Work EnvironmentOperations teams, IT departments, production environmentsDevelopment and operations teams, continuous integration pipelines

While both roles involve working with software systems, Software Operations Engineers focus on maintaining system stability and performance, whereas DevOps Engineers emphasize automating and streamlining development and deployment processes. The roles often overlap but serve different primary objectives within the software lifecycle.

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Infographic showing various Software Operations Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,029 per year, or $40.9 per hour.

DevOps Engineer

Chantilly, VA โ€ข On-site

Anthem Engineering
Software Developmentย โ€ขย 1 - 10 employees

$54 - $74/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 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.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME