Senior Dev Ops Engineer (SYS ADM 4 TX)

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Under general supervision of the Associate Director of Dev Ops, the incumbent works on a team of Senior DevOps and Systems Administrators in a cloud native environment. Risk and Safety Solutions (RSS) provides web and mobile applications and technical expertise in support of Risk Services and Environmental Health and Safety at the University of California. The DevOps Engineer focuses on rapid IT service delivery and continuous integration in AWS Cloud environment through the adoption of agile practices, and improves collaboration and communication between development and operations groups as well as other IT stakeholders such as business intelligence and information security. Ensures continuous integration, continuous deployment, automated testing, infrastructure as code, scripting of server configuration, and repeatable process automation. Assists the help desk team in automating operating system administration support continuity and security. The incumbent is responsible for writing scripts to automate common tasks, as well as configuring firewall rules and policies. The DevOps Engineer leverages AI-assisted tooling to enhance infrastructure automation, operational efficiency, and security practices within the team's cloud-native workflows.

Please note: To be considered for this position, candidates must already have authorization to work in the United States.

Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time

Apply By Date

10/12/2026 at 11:59pm

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience / training
• Experience writing scripts to automate common programming, deployment, server, and CI/CD tasks using technologies such as Bash, Python, or Node.js.
• Experience building and scaling cloud environments such as AWS, GCP or Azure
• Experience configuring server networking, including a strong understanding of HTTP and web services.
• Experience with containerization, orchestration, infrastructure as code, GitOps, and configuration management tools, such as Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, FluxCD, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, Salt, or CloudFormation.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting databases such as MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, ElasticSearch, graph databases, and MongoDB including managing backups, disaster recovery and resiliency of sensitive and mission critical data, databases and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of advanced security best practices and policies including experience securing complex server-based software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with auditing, log management, remote access, authentication, firewall, VPN, antivirus and intrusion detection tools and other security hardening tools and techniques.
• Experience configuring server networking including understanding of HTTP and web services.
• Experience with TCP/IP networking including cloud infrastructure, office networks and firewalls.
• Experience writing and troubleshooting Node.js and Java web applications.
• Experience as a DevOps engineer in agile environments.
• Experience in working in a service-oriented team environment supporting various operating systems and providing technical support for supported IT Services software applications.
• Oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to communicate technical information to technical and nontechnical audiences and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Devops Engineer
• 20% - Operations Security
• 10% - Research, Develop & Maintain Proficiency with New Technology Systems

Department Overview

Risk and Safety Solutions creates and supports an information technology environment that enhances the ability of the UC community to teach, do research, and provide public service. RSS supports four major system-wide programs at 10 UC campuses and 5 Medical Centers. These include Environmental Health and Safety, Risk Management, Occupational Health, and Worker's Compensation. The DevOps Engineer is a part of the Risk and Safety Solutions team that is responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance and operations of all information systems managed for UC ERM and EH&S initiatives.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $107,511.12/yr. - $212,516.64/yr.

• Salary Frequency: Annual
• Salary Grade: STEPS
• UC Job Title: SYS ADM 4 TX
• UC Job Code: 006375
• Number of Positions: 3
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): M-F Hours: TBD
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: TX-Technical Professionals
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting or or .

• High quality and low-cost to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for and coverage for you and your family
• for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including , , , , accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• , , and for eligible employees
• and Family Care discounts and resources
• to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives
• On-site including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• and for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Never 0 Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Never 0 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Never 0 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Never 0 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Never 0 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Never 0 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Never 0 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Never 0 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Employee is personally responsible for following health and safety guidelines/instructions. Work regularly scheduled hours (8am-5pm) to respond to needs of clients throughout the day. Work occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays to maintain systems, respond to service disruptions, and emergency outages. Due to the mission-critical services provided by this department, this position will work alternate or extended hours as needed to meet peak workloads. Work with clients via email and telephone and read LCD computer screens for ex