What are the responsibilities and job description for the Windows/Linux Automation Engineer position at TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group?
Windows/Linux Automation Engineer
Irving, TX
Hybrid 3 Days in 2 Days remote
12-36 Month Contract
Description
Windows Automation Engineer- The Windows Automation Engineer is responsible for automating the end-to-end software update lifecycle for Windows operating systems and Windows-based applications. This role focuses on patching, certification, automated testing, and controlled deployments across development, test, and production environments, ensuring stability, security, and compliance in large-scale enterprise platforms.
Linux automation engineer- The Linux Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated solutions that manage the end to end software update lifecycle across Linux platforms. This includes software packaging, certification, testing, controlled rollout, and deployment in development, test, and production environments, with strong emphasis on stability, compliance, and risk reduction.
Top Skills
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Standardize and optimize deployment workflows across environments
Software Update Certification & Testing
Implement automated pre-deployment certification checks
Patch validation
Application compatibility testing
Dependency and version checks
Develop and execute automated testing (smoke, regression, post-deployment health checks)
Support phased rollout strategies (pilot, canary, regional, enterprise-wide)
Deployment & Release Management
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Irving,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Irving, TX
Hybrid 3 Days in 2 Days remote
12-36 Month Contract
Description
Windows Automation Engineer- The Windows Automation Engineer is responsible for automating the end-to-end software update lifecycle for Windows operating systems and Windows-based applications. This role focuses on patching, certification, automated testing, and controlled deployments across development, test, and production environments, ensuring stability, security, and compliance in large-scale enterprise platforms.
Linux automation engineer- The Linux Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining automated solutions that manage the end to end software update lifecycle across Linux platforms. This includes software packaging, certification, testing, controlled rollout, and deployment in development, test, and production environments, with strong emphasis on stability, compliance, and risk reduction.
Top Skills
- Automation
- Python
- Automated testing
- Test automation
- Windows
- Linux
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Standardize and optimize deployment workflows across environments
Software Update Certification & Testing
Implement automated pre-deployment certification checks
Patch validation
Application compatibility testing
Dependency and version checks
Develop and execute automated testing (smoke, regression, post-deployment health checks)
Support phased rollout strategies (pilot, canary, regional, enterprise-wide)
Deployment & Release Management
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Irving, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Irving,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.
About TEKsystems
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $60 - $75