Software Development Engineer (Contract)Please note that this is a contract role providing services to Microsoft through external staffing partners of Allegis Global Solutions.
If you are selected for this role, you will be employed by AGS and will not be an employee of Microsoft.SummaryWe are seeking a hands-on DevOps and Automation Engineer to join a cutting-edge applied science team focused on combining research, innovation, and production engineering.
In this role, you will design, build, maintain, and continuously improve the infrastructure and automation that power software development and delivery pipelines - including those supporting AI model training and deployment.
You will work across CI/CD, Azure cloud infrastructure, Python automation, developer tooling, and operational troubleshooting, taking ownership of complex technical challenges and delivering reliable, scalable automated solutions that drive engineering efficiency and productivity.Job ResponsibilitiesDesign, build, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines to support software development and delivery workflowsAutomate software build, test, validation, packaging, deployment, and release processes end to endDevelop Python scripts and automation tools for engineering and operational workflowsProvision, configure, and maintain Azure cloud resources and development environmentsSupport source control, branching strategies, build systems, artifact management, and release workflowsImplement and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code and configuration automation solutionsManage dependencies, environment configurations, credentials, secrets, and deployment settingsConfigure and maintain monitoring, logging, alerting, and operational health checksTroubleshoot CI/CD, build, deployment, infrastructure, networking, configuration, and environment issuesImprove system reliability, deployment consistency, and engineering productivity through automationSupport containerized applications and deployment environments where applicableIdentify repetitive engineering processes and develop tools to reduce manual workCollaborate with software engineers and other technical teams to improve development and deployment workflowsCreate and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures,



and troubleshooting guidesEvaluate and adopt appropriate tools and technologies to continuously improve engineering workflowsRequirementsMinimum 2 years of hands-on DevOps, CI/CD, or build/release engineering experienceMinimum 2 years of Python programming and scripting in an engineering or operational contextMinimum 2 years working with a major cloud platform, preferably Microsoft AzurePrior experience at a large technology company is strongly preferredExperience supporting development, test, staging, and production environments is a plusBachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field2+ years of hands-on experience with DevOps, CI/CD, or build/release engineering (required)Strong Python programming and scripting skills with 2+ years of experience (required)2+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure or another major cloud platform (required)Experience with Git and modern source-control workflows (acceptable in lieu of Azure experience)Experience with CI/CD systems such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or equivalent technologiesSolid understanding of software build, test, deployment, and release processesProven ability to troubleshoot infrastructure, build, deployment, and workplace issuesFamiliarity with Windows and/or Linux environmentsAbility to independently investigate technical problems and drive them to resolutionStrong technical communication and documentation skillsExperience with Docker and containerized environments (preferred)Experience with Kubernetes or other container orchestration technologies (preferred)Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, or Ansible (preferred)Experience with monitoring, logging, observability, and alerting systems (preferred)Familiarity with networking, identity and access management, secrets management, and cloud security (preferred)Additional DetailsLocation: Redmond, WA (Onsite)Duration: 8 monthsPay Range*: $42 - $48 per hourWeekly Schedule: 40 hoursJob Status:



Non-ExemptThis Role Is Eligible For The Following BenefitsMedical, dental & visionHospital plans401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Company paid Basic Life and AD&D; as well as voluntary Life & AD&D; for the employee and dependents)Company paid short and long-term disabilityHealth & Dependent Care Spending Accounts (HSA & DCFSA)Employee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave(PTO, Allegis Group Paid Family Leave, Parental LeaveBenefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.AGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you require a reasonable accommodation related to the application or interview process due to a disability, please email .
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All persons hired will be required to complete Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation as required by law.Please note that we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.
These tools may analyze application materials and assist our team in identifying candidates whose qualifications best match the requirements of the role.
If you have questions about our use of AI in the hiring process, or would like more information, please contact us.We reserve the right to pay above or below the posted wage based on factors unrelated to protected classifications.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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📌 Software Development Engineer (Contract) (Western Australia)
🏢 Microsoft
📍 Western Australia