Infrastructure Engineer

This is an opportunity to register your interest in future Infrastructure Engineer roles focused on designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and on-premises systems that support organizational operations. Roles of this type typically involve working across multiple infrastructure platforms and technologies to ensure system reliability, performance, and security. These positions could provide hands-on experience with cloud platforms, containerization, infrastructure automation, and modern DevOps practices. Please note the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy. About The Opportunity We're looking to build our database of Infrastructure Engineers who could take on contract-based opportunities in the Chicago, Illinois area. Roles of this type sit within technical teams focused on cloud infrastructure, system reliability, and operational excellence. The work could involve collaborating across engineering disciplines to design resilient systems, implement automation solutions, and maintain infrastructure that keeps applications running smoothly in both cloud and on-premises environments. Typical Role Overview Location: Chicago, Illinois, United StatesType: Contract Full-timeRate: $560 - $800 per dayDomain: Cloud Infrastructure DevOps Systems Engineering What You Would Do Typical responsibilities could include: Designing and implementing infrastructure solutions across AWS, Azure, and on-premises environmentsManaging and optimizing VMware virtualization environmentsAutomating infrastructure provisioning and deployment using infrastructure-as-code toolsBuilding and maintaining CI/CD pipelines to support application deploymentMonitoring system performance and implementing reliability improvementsCollaborating with development and operations teams to troubleshoot infrastructure issuesMaintaining Linux systems and ensuring security best practices are followedDocumenting infrastructure architecture and operational procedures What You Could Bring Most roles of this type require the following: Must-have 5–10 years of infrastructure engineering, systems administration, or DevOps experienceStrong expertise with Linux system administrationHands-on experience with VMware virtualizationExperience with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)Knowledge of containerization technologies and orchestrationFamiliarity with infrastructure-as-code and configuration management toolsBachelor's degree in Information Technology or related fieldAuthorization to work in the United States Nice-to-have AWS Certified Solutions Architect certificationAzure Administrator Certified credentialLinux Foundation Certified Associate (LFCA)Experience with Kubernetes or container orchestrationExpertise in monitoring and observability toolsBackground with CI/CD pipeline development What Roles Of This Type Could Offer Most roles of this type offer the following, dependent on the industry and seniority of the role: Contract-based engagement at competitive daily rates, providing flexibility and project-based workHands-on technical work across modern cloud platforms and infrastructure technologiesOpportunity to work with cutting-edge containerization and DevOps practicesExposure to infrastructure automation and system reliability engineeringPotential to build expertise across multiple cloud platforms and technologiesProfessional development through exposure to enterprise-scale infrastructure challengesCollaborative environment working alongside experienced engineering teams About Specialist Staffing Group Specialist Staffing Group is a leading recruitment partner connecting talented professionals with organizations across technology, infrastructure, and digital transformation. We focus on matching skilled engineers and architects with opportunities where they can make an immediate impact and advance their careers. How To Register Interest If you are interested in being added to our database to be considered for future opportunities, registering is quick and easy. No cover letter required. We will be in touch when we are instructed on these roles to discuss the next step in your career. Please note that the content of this advert does not represent a live vacancy or any guarantee of future vacancies, and by responding to this advert you agree to us adding your details to our database for future opportunities.