DevOps Engineer/Retail/Chicago LOCAL

Our client is looking for a full-time DevOps Engineer to support their Software Engineering department in building, managing, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines. You'll be working with the latest technologies including Azure DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms across both Windows and Linux environments. *This role is a short term contract spanning 2-3 months with chance of extension*

This is an exciting opportunity to become a key contributor to a growing engineering team. Our client is searching for someone with a passion for automation and efficiency, offering a collaborative culture focused on learning, professional growth, and work-life balance. As a DevOps Engineer, you will be empowered to modernize development environments and drive best practices across teams.
Required Skills & Experience

• 3+ years of hands-on DevOps experience using Azure DevOps
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
• Proficiency in Git version control and management workflows
• Practical experience with release mechanics, environment promotion, and release reverting
• Experience building automation workflows, monitoring, and alerting systems
• Build and deployment experience with C# (.NET Core, VB.NET)
• Skilled in scripting for Azure DevOps Pipelines (YAML, PowerShell, Bash/Shell, Python)
• Experience with Linux-based containerized deployments (Docker)
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps Artifacts for dependency management
• Understanding of networking fundamentals (HTTP/S, DNS)
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or Ansible)
• Proven understanding of pipeline security practices, access controls, and secret management

Desired Skills & Experience

• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert)
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset and experience in Agile/Scrum teams

What You Will Be Doing

• 90% DevOps related work
• 10% Software Engineering in .NET

Daily Responsibilities

• 100% Hands on work

The Offer

• Bonus eligible

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Stock Options

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis now and in the future.