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Senior DevOps Engineer

An urban research university driving new ways of thinking since 1890, committed to free and open inquiry across global campuses.
$100,000 - $140,000
DevOps
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Education · Healthcare

Job Description

The Center for Research Informatics (CRI) at the University of Chicago's Biological Sciences Division is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join their innovative team. This role combines software engineering with infrastructure management, focusing on building and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments. The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while supporting critical research infrastructure in an academic setting.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of DevOps experience and strong technical expertise in containerization, automation, and cloud technologies. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines, managing containerized services, and ensuring the reliability and security of research computing infrastructure. The role requires both technical depth and the ability to collaborate effectively with researchers and developers.

Working at the University of Chicago offers the chance to impact scientific research through technology while enjoying the benefits of a prestigious institution. The position offers competitive compensation ($100,000-$140,000) and comprehensive benefits. Located in Chicago, the role provides the opportunity to work in a stimulating academic environment while solving complex technical challenges in support of biomedical research.

This is an excellent opportunity for a DevOps professional who wants to apply their skills in a meaningful context, supporting cutting-edge research while working with modern technologies and practices. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on implementation, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both strategic planning and practical problem-solving.

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Responsibilities For Senior DevOps Engineer

  • Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps Pipelines)
  • Containerize services and manage infrastructure using Docker, Podman, or OpenShift
  • Standardize deployment processes and environments across multiple applications
  • Integrate with institutional IAM systems and data services
  • Collaborate with developers and platform engineers to improve deployment reliability
  • Automate backups, logging, and monitoring for platform health
  • Document workflows, configurations, and deployment practices
  • Design new systems, features, and tools
  • Review and test code to ensure appropriate standards

Requirements For Senior DevOps Engineer

Linux
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure automation
  • Deep knowledge of containerization, CI/CD, and system provisioning
  • Experience with Azure DevOps Pipelines
  • Comfortable managing Linux and Windows servers
  • Strong scripting skills (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
  • Experience with infrastructure-as-code
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills

Benefits For Senior DevOps Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Paid Time Off

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