DevOps Engineer Jobs in Illinois
DevOps Engineer jobs in Illinois are among the most active in the Midwest, concentrated in financial technology, healthcare IT, and enterprise software with demand running from mid-level engineers to staff and principal roles. Chicago anchors the market, with Peoria and Rockford contributing openings from manufacturing and healthcare systems, while established employers like Allstate, Motorola Solutions, and United Airlines maintain significant DevOps footprints in the state. Cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipeline automation, and Kubernetes orchestration are the specialties Illinois employers ask for most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy solving complex business problems in a fast-paced, collaborative, inclusive, and iterative delivery environment? At Capital One, you'll be part of a big group of makers, breakers, doers and disruptors, who love to solve real problems and meet real customer needs. We are seeking DevOps Engineers who are passionate about marrying data with emerging technologies to join our team. As a DevOps Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to be on the forefront of driving a major transformation within Capital One.
The Cloud Operations Resilience Engineering (CORE) Technology division is responsible for enabling and evolving Capital One’s foundational cloud infrastructure layer, including observability, connectivity, resilience and availability.
What You’ll Do:
Lead a portfolio of diverse technology projects and a team of developers with deep experience in machine learning, distributed microservices, and full stack systems to create solutions that help meet regulatory needs for the company
Fresh effort in the settlement group focused on establishing a dedicated SRE squad to bolster the visibility, dependability, and consistency of current infrastructures.
Share your passion for staying on top of tech trends, experimenting with and learning new technologies, participating in internal & external technology communities, and mentoring other members of the engineering community
Collaborate with digital product managers, and deliver robust cloud-based solutions that drive powerful experiences to help millions of Americans achieve financial empowerment
Utilize programming languages like Java, Python, SQL, Ruby and Go, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, CM tools including Ansible and Terraform, and a variety of AWS tools and services
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
At least 4 years of experience in DevOps Engineering (Internship experience does not apply)
At least 3 years of experience in Cloud Native technologies (Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
At least 4 years of Unix or Linux system administration experience
Preferred Qualifications:
7+ years of DevOps Engineering experience
4+ years of experience with coding and scripting (Python, SQL, Java, JavaScript, Golang, Bash, Perl or Ruby)
4+ years of experience using build and deployment tools (Jenkins, Docker)
2+ years of experience with distributed database systems (Cassandra, ElasticSearch)
2+ years of experience working within Agile Development Practices
Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion
At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (e.g. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-3, and O-1, or any other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Software EngineerRiverwoods, IL: $179,400 - $204,700 for Lead Software Engineer
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter.
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days. No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com
Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.
Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).
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Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
- Investment & Asset Management
- Law & Legal Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in DevOps engineer jobs across Illinois.
- Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions
- Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or Go for automation and tooling
- Experience with container orchestration using Kubernetes and Docker in production environments
- Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools including Terraform or Ansible
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field
DevOps Engineer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a devops engineer in Illinois?
Illinois has no state-issued license or registration required to work as a devops engineer, so the path runs through education and demonstrated technical skill. Most Illinois employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, though strong candidates with associate degrees and a portfolio of cloud and automation work are hired regularly. Industry certifications from AWS, Microsoft Azure, or the Linux Foundation are widely recognized by Illinois hiring managers and can substitute for formal credentials in experience-focused roles.
Which companies hire devops engineers in Illinois?
Companies currently hiring devops engineers in Illinois include ServiceNow, Capital One, and DRW, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, major insurance carriers, and large healthcare networks creates consistent demand for devops engineers across multiple industries rather than a single dominant sector.
Which Illinois cities have the most devops engineer jobs?
Chicago, Illinois, and Deerfield lead Illinois for devops engineer openings. Chicago's concentration of financial services firms, healthcare systems, and enterprise technology companies drives the bulk of demand, while suburban corridors like Schaumburg and Downers Grove host corporate campuses for companies including Motorola Solutions and Zurich North America that maintain active engineering teams.
Are there remote devops engineer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 71% of devops engineer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how thoroughly the role depends on tooling and cloud infrastructure rather than physical presence. Roles involving cloud platform management, pipeline development, and monitoring are the most likely to be fully remote, while positions requiring hands-on datacenter work or regulated-environment access tend to require on-site time.
How can I get hired as a devops engineer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior systems administrator or cloud support role, which Illinois employers in healthcare IT and financial services use as a feeder into DevOps teams. Large Illinois institutions including Northwestern Medicine and Allstate run rotational IT programs that place early-career candidates into infrastructure and automation work. Building a public portfolio of Terraform configurations, CI/CD pipeline examples, and containerized projects on a code-sharing platform gives Illinois hiring managers something concrete to evaluate in the absence of professional history.
Where can I find and apply to devops engineer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to devops engineer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across Chicago, the suburbs, and downstate markets. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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