Junior DevOps Engineer Job Cincinnati area,Ohio USA,IT/Tech

Job Summary

Avanade is seeking a Junior Dev Ops Engineer to support the implementation of modern Dev Ops solutions across cloud and platform ecosystems, with a strong emphasis on Git Hub, Azure Dev Ops, and CI/CD modernization. The role focuses on hands‑on delivery, automation, and standardization, supporting large‑scale platform migrations and driving efficient, repeatable engineering practices.

Responsibilities

Support implementation of CI/CD pipelines using Git Hub Actions, Azure Dev Ops, or similar platforms.

Contribute to migration efforts (e.g., Azure Dev Ops → Git Hub, CI/CD modernization).

Assist in building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, or equivalent).

Troubleshoot build, release, and environment issues across development life cycles.

Apply secure engineering practices including code scanning, testing, and policy enforcement.

Leverage automation and AI‑assisted tooling (e.g., Copilot) to improve delivery speed and consistency.

Contribute to reusable templates, modules, and standardized Dev Ops patterns.

Reduce manual effort through scripting and pipeline optimization.

Work with development, infrastructure, and security teams to support end‑to‑end delivery.

Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to backlog refinement and technical tasks.

Support knowledge sharing through documentation and team collaboration.

Monitor pipeline health and deployment reliability.

Identify opportunities to improve performance, reduce cost, and simplify processes.

Support implementation of logging, monitoring, and basic operational practices.

Skills and Experience

Minimum 1+ year of hands‑on experience in software development, IT, or Dev Ops‑related work (internships, co‑ops, or equivalent).

Foundational knowledge of:
Git‑based version control (Git Hub preferred); CI/CD concepts and tooling; scripting (Power Shell, Bash, or Python); exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and basic services; familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts (Terraform or similar).

Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automation, branching strategies and code management, and Agile or iterative delivery models.

Preferred experience:

Git Hub Actions, workflows, repositories, migrations; containerization (Docker) or Kubernetes concepts;
Dev Sec Ops practices (code scanning, secrets management); AI‑assisted development tools (e.g., Git Hub Copilot); exposure to enterprise environments or consulting engagements.

About You

Strong problem‑solving ability and willingness to learn.
Team‑oriented, can work in a fast‑paced environment.
Clear communication and collaboration skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive salary ranges by location (e.g., California $76,000-$110,200; Cleveland $65,600-$90,250; etc.).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability, 401(k) plan with matching, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off.

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