DevOps / MLOps Engineer

Hybrid 50% ON SITE, requires candidates local to the area within Westlake, TX / DFW greater metro

We are seeking a hands-on DevOps Engineer to support and modernize cloud infrastructure for a large, mission‑critical platform in the financial services industry . This role is strongly focused on core DevOps engineering — building, automating, securing, and operating cloud-native infrastructure at scale, including build and automate functions within cloud infrastructure for a global set of platforms. The role requires strong skills with Python automation, work with Kubernetes, Azure, Terraform, ARM templates, IAM, networking, and strong Python scripting. You will design CI/CD, manage AKS and containerized workloads, and implement observability and security best practices. You will collaborate with engineers to deliver reliable, scalable services.

This role will require deep DevOps experience and a passion to gain experience / exposure to AI or AI/ML based automation concepts as they exist in the broader environment, however - this role is not AI‑focused . Candidates with primarily configuration‑based tool experience (e.g., Azure DevOps only) will not be a fit unless they also bring strong foundational DevOps engineering skills and a desire to perform more AI driven functions over the long term.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $70.00 to $77.00/hr. w2

Main functions of the role:

• Kubernetes (production experience required)
• Microsoft Azure Cloud
• Infrastructure as Code : Terraform (required), ARM Templates / Azure Bicep
• Strong scripting skills , primarily Python (plus Bash)
• Identity & Access Management (IAM) and RBAC
• Networking fundamentals (cloud and on‑prem concepts)

Core Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain cloud-native infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code
• Deploy, manage, and scale containerized applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Write and maintain Python and Bash scripts for automation, provisioning, and operational tasks
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with a strong emphasis on automation and reliability
• Manage Kubernetes clusters, including:
  • Deployments, scaling, upgrades, and node pools
  • Helm charts and release management
  • Cluster networking and RBAC
• Implement and maintain secure cloud networking , identity, and secrets management
• Support monitoring, logging, and observability for distributed systems
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and deployment issues across environments
• Partner closely with application engineers to ensure reliable, scalable delivery

DevOps & Platform Engineering Expertise

Linux, Scripting & Automation

• Advanced Linux experience
• Bash and Python scripting for automation and tooling

Containers & Kubernetes

• Dockerfile creation and image lifecycle management
• Container security best practices
• Kubernetes cluster operations, scaling, and networking
• Helm chart development and maintenance

CI/CD

• Designing and maintaining pipelines (e.g., Jenkins)
• Writing automation logic using Groovy, YAML, shell, and Python
• Artifact management and environment promotion
• Deployment strategies such as blue/green and rolling deployments

Infrastructure as Code

• Terraform for infrastructure provisioning
• Azure ARM Templates / Bicep
• Version control and repeatable deployments

Networking & Security

• Core networking concepts: DNS, TCP/IP, routing, load balancing
• Azure networking: VNets, subnets, NSGs, firewalls
• Identity and secrets management (Key Vault, RBAC, least privilege)

Monitoring & Observability

• Metrics, logs, and traces using tools such as Datadog, Splunk, or OpenTelemetry
• Proactive alerting and performance monitoring

Azure‑Focused Cloud Skills

• Deploying and managing AKS clusters , including autoscaling and upgrades
• Experience deploying workloads from CI/CD pipelines into AKS
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Virtual Machines, App Services, Functions
  • Storage accounts and backup/DR fundamentals
  • Service Bus, Redis / managed cache, Blob Storage, Key Vault
• Strong understanding of high availability and scaling patterns
• Azure governance basics: resource groups, policies, and management groups
• Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights

• 6+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or Platform Engineering
• Proven experience supporting production systems at scale
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis skills
• Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments preferred

Nice to have:

• Knowledge of Docker and container security; experience with Kubernetes platforms such as OpenShift or Rancher (preferred).
• Experience building DevSecOps functions and secure code execution and isolation (preferred).
• Experience with RAG systems, vector databases, and LLM integrations (preferred).
• Familiarity with languages such as Java, Go, JavaScript, and shell (preferred).
• Cloud platform certifications in AWS or Azure (preferred).

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a technology-related field such as Computer Science or Engineering.
• Azure certification (preferred).
• AWS certification (preferred).

Recruitment Transparency Notice

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team ( [email protected] , 781-808-2924) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position. All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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