DevOps Engineer - Join Robert Half in Farmington Hills, MI

Robert Half is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer for an exciting contract-to-permanent opportunity in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This pivotal role sits at the intersection of software development and IT operations, where you'll drive automation, enhance system reliability, and champion DevOps best practices. As a DevOps Engineer at Robert Half, you'll work with cutting-edge tools like GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps to build robust CI/CD pipelines that accelerate delivery and minimize downtime. Farmington Hills offers a thriving tech ecosystem with easy access to Detroit's metropolitan opportunities, making this an ideal location for professionals passionate about cloud infrastructure, automation, and collaborative innovation.

About the Role

In this dynamic position, you'll streamline development workflows, ensuring seamless integration between code deployment and production environments. The role emphasizes automation to reduce manual interventions, proactive security implementations to safeguard applications, and data-driven monitoring for peak performance. Whether you're optimizing pipelines for faster releases or troubleshooting complex performance issues, your contributions will directly impact business agility and operational excellence. Robert Half values engineers who thrive in fast-paced settings, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and cross-team collaboration. This contract-to-hire path provides stability and growth potential in one of Michigan's premier business hubs.

Key Responsibilities

Your day-to-day will involve hands-on technical work and strategic collaboration:

• Design, build, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines using modern tools to accelerate development cycles and deployment reliability.
• Manage application deployments via GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps, ensuring zero-downtime releases and scalability.
• Partner with software developers to diagnose build failures, optimize workflows, and implement fixes swiftly.
• Embed security protocols into DevOps pipelines, conducting vulnerability scans and remediation to meet compliance standards.
• Set up and oversee monitoring and analytics systems like Azure Monitor or similar for real-time performance insights and alerting.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts for application services, resolving issues in production environments efficiently.
• Contribute to code reviews and enforce release management standards for high-quality deliverables.
• Execute routine maintenance on production systems to uphold efficiency and uptime.
• Bridge gaps between development and IT infrastructure teams for aligned requirements and smooth integrations.
• Create comprehensive process documentation and training resources to empower team members and standardize practices.

Required Qualifications

To excel, candidates should demonstrate:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience with CI/CD tools, particularly GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps.
• Proficiency in configuration management, scripting (Bash, PowerShell, Python), and infrastructure as code (Terraform, ARM templates).
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms, with Azure expertise preferred.
• Proven skills in security practices, including SAST/DAST tools and vulnerability management.
• Experience with monitoring solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack) and log analytics.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities for troubleshooting complex, distributed systems.
• Collaborative mindset with experience in agile environments and code review processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and version control (Git).

Robert Half prioritizes candidates who are proactive, detail-oriented, and passionate about DevOps methodologies.

Why Join Us at Robert Half?

Robert Half offers more than just a job—it's a launchpad for your DevOps career. Enjoy a competitive salary starting at $57/hour (equivalent to $110K-$145K annually for full-time), with full benefits upon conversion including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and professional development stipends. Work in a collaborative, innovative environment where your ideas drive real impact. Farmington Hills provides an excellent quality of life with proximity to cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and a growing tech scene. As a leader in staffing, Robert Half connects you to top opportunities with Fortune 500 clients. Apply now to elevate your career in DevOps engineering!

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