DevOps Engineer

We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join our infrastructure and cloud operations team. This role offers the opportunity to design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure while driving automation and reliability across our systems. You would work with modern containerization platforms, infrastructure-as-code tools, and CI/CD pipelines to support the delivery of robust, secure applications.

Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy.

About the opportunity

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future DevOps Engineer roles within our cloud infrastructure and operations function. Roles of this type could involve partnering with engineering teams to design and optimize cloud environments, automate deployment processes, and establish monitoring and reliability practices that keep systems running smoothly at scale.

Typical role overview

• Location: Boston, Massachusetts, USA
• Type: Permanent · Full-time
• Salary: $130,000 - $210,000 per annum
• Experience level: 5–10 years in cloud infrastructure, containerization, and DevOps practices

What you would do

Typical responsibilities could include:

• Designing and implementing scalable cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP, with focus on security, cost optimization, and reliability
• Building and maintaining Kubernetes clusters, managing containerized applications with Docker, and ensuring container orchestration best practices
• Developing infrastructure-as-code using Terraform to provision and manage cloud resources reproducibly and at scale
• Implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar tools to automate testing, building, and deployment workflows
• Establishing monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure system reliability and enable rapid issue resolution
• Collaborating with development teams to troubleshoot infrastructure issues and improve deployment processes
• Documenting infrastructure architecture, runbooks, and operational procedures
• Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement in automation, tooling, and reliability practices

What you could bring

Most roles of this type require the following:

Must-have

• 5–10 years of hands-on experience in DevOps, cloud infrastructure, or site reliability engineering
• Demonstrated expertise with Kubernetes and Docker for containerization and orchestration
• Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools, particularly Terraform
• Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and experience implementing pipelines using Jenkins or equivalent platforms
• Experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Solid foundation in Linux/Unix system administration and networking
• Experience with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent professional experience)

Nice-to-have

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate, Docker Certified Associate, or Jenkins Certified Engineer
• Experience with infrastructure automation and configuration management beyond Terraform
• Knowledge of containerization security practices and supply chain security
• Familiarity with service mesh technologies or advanced Kubernetes patterns
• Experience in regulated or high-availability environments

What roles of this type could offer

Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role:

• Opportunity to architect and maintain infrastructure that supports scalable, reliable systems
• Exposure to modern cloud technologies and practices in containerization, orchestration, and infrastructure automation
• Scope to improve deployment efficiency and system reliability through automation and tooling
• Collaboration with talented engineering teams across multiple disciplines
• Potential for professional development and progression toward senior or lead-level responsibilities
• Flexibility in how you approach problem-solving and optimization of infrastructure systems
• A role where your work directly contributes to operational excellence and business continuity

About Specialist Staffing Group

We are a leading specialist recruitment and staffing firm dedicated to connecting talented professionals with rewarding opportunities in technology, engineering, and infrastructure. We partner with innovative organizations to build teams that drive forward-thinking solutions and operational excellence.

How to register interest

If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career.