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Entry Level Devops Engineer Actalent Waterloo, IA

• Remote Apply YAML Linux CI/CD DevOps Github Equities Scripting Visionary Leadership Management Automation TypeScript Innovation Traceability Shell Script Communication Code Coverage Version Control Test Automation Problem Solving Computer Science Software Testing Docker (Software) Programming Tools Software Security Windows PowerShell Release Management Workflow Management Integration Testing Workflow Automation Software Engineering Software Development Computer Engineering Dependency Management Information Technology Static Program Analysis Bash (Scripting Language) Engineering Design Process Software Quality (SQA/SQC) Package Management Systems Git (Version Control System) Python (Programming Language) Groovy (Programming Language) Systems Development Life Cycle Software Development Life Cycle Troubleshooting (Problem Solving) JavaScript (Programming Language) 0 to 2 years $78,000 / yr Posted yesterday

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Description Junior DevOps Engineer (0-2 Years Experience) Position Summary We are seeking a motivated Junior DevOps Engineer to join our engineering team. This role is ideal for an early-career professional who is passionate about software development, automation, and modern DevOps practices. The successful candidate will support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines, software quality initiatives, release processes, and automation solutions that improve engineering efficiency and product reliability. Key Responsibilities Assist in the development, maintenance, and optimization of CI/CD pipelines. Support source control management, branching strategies, and code integration activities using Git and GitHub. Develop and maintain automation scripts and workflows to streamline software development and release processes. Participate in software build, packaging, and release management activities. Help implement and monitor automated testing, code quality checks, and security scanning processes. Support dependency management, artifact management, and software traceability efforts. Contribute to software quality initiatives, including test automation, static analysis, and code coverage reporting. Collaborate with software engineers to troubleshoot build, deployment, and integration issues. Work within Linux, Windows, and containerized environments to support development and deployment workflows. Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve automation and engineering productivity. Skills python, YAML, javascript, shell scripting, git, ci/cd pipelines Top Skills Details python,YAML,javascript,shell scripting,git,ci/cd pipelines Additional Skills & Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field. 0-2 years of professional experience in software development, DevOps, automation, or related engineering disciplines. Academic or internship experience with Python programming. Understanding of version control concepts and Git-based workflows. Familiarity with CI/CD concepts and software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes. Basic knowledge of software testing methodologies, including unit and integration testing. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Preferred Qualifications Exposure to Groovy, JavaScript/TypeScript, Bash, or PowerShell scripting. Experience using GitHub, GitHub Actions, or similar DevOps platforms through coursework, internships, or personal projects. Familiarity with Docker or containerized development environments. Understanding of software security practices and automated code scanning tools. Experience with cloud-based development or CI/CD platforms. Coursework or project experience involving automation, software quality metrics, or release management. Technical Skills Programming & Scripting Python YAML Groovy (preferred) JavaScript/TypeScript (preferred) Bash or PowerShell (preferred) DevOps & Automation Git and GitHub CI/CD Pipelines Workflow Automation Release and Package Management Build and Dependency Management Software Quality Unit and Integration Testing Test Automation Static Code Analysis Code Coverage Analysis Requirements Traceability Platforms Linux Windows Docker or Container Technologies Cloud-Based Development Tools What Success Looks Like Contributes to reliable and maintainable CI/CD pipelines. Develops automation that improves engineering efficiency. Supports software quality and security initiatives. Learns and a Experience Level Entry Level Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Waterloo, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $37.50 - $37.50/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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) Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Waterloo, IA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026. Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Waterloo,IA. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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