DevOps Engineer

About the Role

Our Client’s IT team is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to bridge application development, database administration, and cloud operations. In this hybrid role, you will manage a portfolio of enterprise servers, oversee Azure-hosted environments, and support critical agency applications such as the Mail Service Center and Motor Fleet Management. Your work will directly impact the reliability, security, and performance of systems that serve state employees and the public. You will collaborate with developers, database administrators, and infrastructure specialists to deliver continuous integration and deployment pipelines, ensuring smooth transitions from development to production. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that blends on‑premise and cloud technologies while contributing to mission‑critical state services.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor approximately 15 enterprise Windows servers across application, database, web, and file/print functions.
• Manage Azure‑hosted development, QA, production, test, and training environments, including certificate and service account configuration.
• Lead the Windows Server refresh project, coordinating migrations from Windows Server 2016 to 2019.
• Oversee SQL Server database administration across Azure and on‑premise hosting, ensuring performance, security, and integrity for production, test, and training databases.
• Serve as Azure DevOps administrator, managing iterations, sprints, pipelines, and work items to support continuous delivery.
• Design, develop, and maintain ASP.NET web applications and utilities that support multiple agency divisions.
• Implement secure coding practices, deployment processes, and application reliability measures across cloud and on‑premise environments.
• Collaborate with external vendors to support application servers for the Mail Service Center and State Parking.
• Participate in platform migrations and infrastructure upgrades, documenting changes and ensuring minimal downtime.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3‑5 years of experience administering Windows Server environments, including migrations, certificate management, and multi‑tier architectures.
• 3‑5 years of SQL Server database administration, with a strong focus on performance tuning, security, and data integrity.
• Proficiency in Azure DevOps, including pipelines, boards, and work item tracking.
• Experience developing and maintaining ASP.NET web applications and related utilities.
• Strong understanding of Windows Server, Azure cloud services, and SQL Server best practices.
• Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure DevOps Engineer Expert.

Tools & Technologies

• Windows Server (2016/2019) – server administration, migrations, and security configuration.
• Azure – cloud hosting, virtual machines, and Azure DevOps services.
• SQL Server – database administration, performance tuning, and backup/restore.
• Azure DevOps – pipelines, boards, sprints, and work item management.
• ASP.NET – web application development and maintenance.
• PowerShell – scripting for automation and configuration management.
• Git – source control and version management.
• Certificate Management – SSL/TLS certificates and service account handling.

Work Schedule & Duration

• Contract length: September 21, 2026 – March 14, 2027.
• Hybrid work arrangement: onsite 2 days per week initially, increasing to 3 days per week as the role evolves.
• Onsite location: 325 N Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27603.

Interview Process

The interview process typically begins with an initial screening call to discuss experience and fit, followed by a technical interview focused on Windows Server administration, SQL Server, and Azure DevOps. A final interview may involve a panel or a practical assessment of your ability to design and troubleshoot a sample deployment scenario. Interviews can be conducted via webcam or in person, depending on the candidate’s location and preference.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Duration: Approximately 12 months (with potential for extension)
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States