Explore DevOps Engineer Jobs

DevOps engineers help organizations build, deploy, and operate software reliably and efficiently. Browse vetted DevOps Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Find positions that match your experience in cloud platforms, infrastructure automation, continuous delivery, and production operations.

What DevOps Engineers Do

DevOps engineers connect software development and IT operations to improve how applications are delivered and maintained. Common responsibilities include building CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, automating deployment processes, monitoring systems, and strengthening reliability and security. Depending on the organization, the role may overlap with site reliability engineering, platform engineering, or cloud engineering.

Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with cloud providers such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud; infrastructure-as-code tools; container platforms such as Docker and Kubernetes; and scripting or programming languages such as Python, Bash, or Go. Familiarity with CI/CD systems, observability tools, Linux, networking, and security practices can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by employer and seniority.

DevOps Engineer Career Opportunities

DevOps roles are available across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries. Career paths may lead to senior or staff DevOps engineer, site reliability engineer, platform engineer, cloud architect, or engineering leadership positions. Explore listings to compare responsibilities, technologies, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find a DevOps Engineer Job on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job details, assess how your background aligns with each position, and find a DevOps Engineer role that supports your career goals.

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$252K - $279K *

Develop and manage a robust platform utilizing AWS and Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and compliance. Collaborate on Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD processes while supporting on-call operati...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $280K *

Empower engineering teams by enhancing developer tools and workflows, ensuring reliable CI/CD processes and automated environments that streamline code development, testing, and deployment for optimal...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $197K *

Elevate your career by driving DevSecOps practices to enhance integration and test processes in cutting-edge projects. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative solutions for national secur...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineers in delivering high-quality technology. Drive performance, resource planning, and best practices across the SDLC while fostering a culture of collaboration and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $100K *

Empower embedded software development by enhancing CI/CD pipelines, automating processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tools and workflows for efficient software integrati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing embedded software development through robust CI/CD pipelines, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve productivity...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance Robotics Operations through innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify needs, deliver impactful improvements, and maintain reliab...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $180K *

Elevate your career by contributing to innovative DevSecOps solutions that enhance critical government systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to automate secure cloud deployments and tackle unique t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $133K *

Optimize deployment and build systems for cutting-edge geospatial software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate workflows and improve processes, ensuring seamless integration and high...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to design and operate cutting-edge distributed systems that enhance AI agents for financial institutions, ensuring reliability and scalability while tackling complex engineering ch...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing secure, scalable AWS solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in clou...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate and manage scalable AWS cloud infrastructure, focusing on IaC, CI/CD, and security. Collaborate across teams to optimize performance, compliance, and cost while ensuring robust monitoring and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $230K *

Advance your career by ensuring seamless performance of AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with customers and teams, automating and maintaining infrastructure for reliability across uncla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by ensuring the reliability and performance of a cutting-edge microservices platform. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance Open Source Intelligence capabilities across the Def...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving cloud infrastructure and automation solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance deployment processes, ensuring reliability and scalability of services while staying ahead...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cyber operations through DevOps practices, collaborating with engineers and operators to develop, secure, and sustain mission-critical applications in a fast-paced envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $195K *

Engineer next-gen infrastructure and platforms, optimizing large-scale distributed systems. Collaborate with top talent to design impactful features while ensuring security and compliance in a hybrid...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing Linux infrastructure for mission-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system availability, security compliance, and operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the stability of critical Linux infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations for mission systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate tasks, manage storage, and uphold securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$183K - $206K *

Innovate solutions by managing Data Center operations, ensuring effective delivery of customer environments, and driving automation. Collaborate across teams to enhance system support and maintain hig...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $180K *

Shape the future of our platform by enhancing observability, running Kubernetes, and building developer tools. Collaborate with engineers to ensure system reliability and efficiency while leading inci...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$69K - $125K *

Drive innovative and secure cloud-based IT systems for federal agencies, ensuring integration of security architecture while leveraging Infrastructure as Code practices. Collaborate with cross-functio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $157K *

Engineer innovative security solutions in a cloud-based environment, ensuring robust integration of security architecture throughout the IT lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of IT support by managing endpoint devices, developing methodologies, and mentoring staff. Oversee application delivery and coordinate urgent issues while enhancing customer service a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in implementing advanced DevSecOps solutions and CI/CD processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives while overseeing deployment and maintenance across diverse cloud and on-pr...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a DevOps engineer do?question toggle

    A DevOps engineer improves the processes and systems used to build, deploy, monitor, and maintain software. The work commonly includes cloud infrastructure, automation, CI/CD pipelines, reliability, and collaboration between development and operations teams.

  • What skills are commonly needed for DevOps engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value cloud platform experience, scripting, Linux, infrastructure as code, CI/CD, containers, monitoring, and security fundamentals. Tools such as Kubernetes and Docker may be requested for some roles.

  • Are DevOps engineer jobs available for $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including DevOps Engineer opportunities. Compensation depends on factors such as role scope, location, experience, and employer.

  • What roles can a DevOps engineer advance into?question toggle

    Possible career paths include senior or staff DevOps engineer, site reliability engineer, platform engineer, cloud architect, and engineering manager. The right path depends on your interests and experience.

  • How can I find the right DevOps engineer job?question toggle

    Compare job responsibilities, required technologies, seniority, location, work arrangement, and compensation. Focus on positions that align with your experience and career goals.