Junior DevOps Engineer Job Description

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Job Brief

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In our innovative firm, we're seeking a Junior DevOps Engineer to help us manage and maintain our software development infrastructure. As an ideal candidate should be familiar with a wide range of technological tools, including Git, Ansible, Gradle, and Docker. You must be a good communicator if you want to succeed as a DevOps engineer because you will frequently communicate with different stakeholders.
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Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist in the deployment and configuration of technologies and tools used in software development, including build servers, version control systems, and automated testing frameworks.
• Assist in managing and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure and services, as those provided by Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).  
• Work together with the development team to resolve problems with infrastructure and software deployments.  
• Create and maintain scripts and automation tools to simplify infrastructure administration and software deployment.
• Help with access control and vulnerability management, as well as monitoring and maintaining system security.
• Keep abreast of current DevOps and software development trends and best practises.  

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Skills and Requirements

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• Graduation/ Post-Graduation in computer science or a related field.
• An understanding of cloud-based infrastructure and services, such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure.
• Git or another version control system experience.
• Knowledge of scripting languages, including Python and Bash.
• Understanding of software development processes and tools, such as continuous integration and delivery.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

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Average Pay Scale

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The average pay scale for Junior DevOps Engineer depends on various factors, such as geographical location, candidate’s experience, skills and certificates acquired by candidates, and more so. As per the latest data collected from verified sources, the average base pay for a Junior DevOps Engineer is around &83,214 per year in the United States.  

However, this number can vary from the lowest salary being $64,989 to the highest $91,023 per year. It's important to note that the overall salary can also vary by additional benefits such as bonuses, equity, and stock options often provided by companies.    

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Common Job Titles

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• Junior DevOps Engineer  
• DevOps Associate  
• Infrastructure Engineer  
• Operations Engineer