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Aegistech

DevOps Engineer

Hybrid

New jersey, United states

$ 90 /hour

Junior

Freelance

10-02-2026

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Skills

Python Java Go Big Data CI/CD DevOps Docker Kubernetes Monitoring Ansible Problem-solving Networking AWS Shell .NET CI/CD Pipelines Terraform Microservices

Job Specifications

Our client in Northern NJ is seeking a DevOps Engineer on a shorter term contract to hire. This position is hybrid onsite 3 days per week in the office in Northern NJ. Local candidates only/No Relocation

This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization (e.g., H-1B, OPT, CPT, etc.) or transfer. Candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization

Key Responsibilities:

Build, maintain, and secure production infrastructure and services.
Automate infrastructure build-outs and deployments (Ansible, Packer, Terraform, Chef, Puppet, or similar).
Troubleshoot production issues and maintain documentation, processes, and tools.
Evaluate and implement new software, hardware, and infrastructure solutions.
Support CI/CD pipelines.
Work within AWS environments leveraging EKS, Helm, Kubernetes, Docker, and related technologies.
Collaborate with development teams on scalable, high-performance microservices architectures.

Required Skills & Experience:

3+ years of AWS experience (required).
2+ years of EKS and Helm experience (mandatory).
Experience with distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, and container orchestration.
Strong scripting/automation skills (Go, Python, Java, Shell, etc.).
Experience with CI/CD, monitoring, and alerting tools.
Familiarity with web technologies, LAMP stack, .NET applications, and high-availability systems.
Solid understanding of networking, load balancing, and big data systems.
Experience with microservices and cloud-native infrastructure.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Proven experience operating and leading complex systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.

About the Company

Aegistech is a Staffing and Consulting firm based in New York City that focuses on IT, Engineering and Construction. For three decades we've helped our clients -- global leaders in Finance, Pharma/Biotech, Construction, Engineering, Publishing, eCommerce, Media and more -- hire the people that keep their brands technically innovative and at the forefront of their industries. Learn more about us and view all of our available opportunities at www.aegistech.com. Know more