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DevOps engineers consistently rank among the most-sponsored H-1B visa job titles, with employers filing LCAs across cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipeline, and site reliability roles. Most positions are classified under SOC codes tied to software developers or computer systems analysts, which affects your prevailing wage level and petition strength.
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Get Access To All JobsRole: DevOps / Automation Engineer – Azure
Location: Middletown, NJ or Dallas, TX
Work Mode: Onsite
About Smart IT Frame:
At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced DevOps / Automation Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automation. The ideal candidate will have proven experience designing and implementing end-to-end CI/CD pipelines across Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitHub Actions, along with experience migrating workloads and repositories from Azure DevOps to GitHub Actions. Strong experience with Terraform, JFrog Artifactory, AKS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux is required.
Top Required Skills
1. Microsoft Azure – Strong recent hands-on experience
2. CI/CD – Azure DevOps, GitHub & GitHub Actions
3. Terraform / Infrastructure as Code
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
- Lead and support migration from Azure DevOps (ADO) to GitHub Actions.
- Manage repository, pipeline, and artifact migration as part of ADO-to-GitHub transformation.
- Integrate and manage JFrog Artifactory within CI/CD workflows.
- Design and implement scalable cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructure solutions.
- Develop reusable DevOps automation frameworks using Terraform.
- Provision and manage Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code.
- Implement and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes/AKS.
- Design and maintain Azure networking and cloud integration components.
- Standardize, automate, and optimize CI/CD processes and deployment pipelines.
- Troubleshoot build, deployment, infrastructure, and pipeline issues.
- Collaborate with development, infrastructure, security, and operations teams to improve delivery automation.
- Implement DevOps best practices for reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
Mandatory Skills
- Strong recent hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
- Strong experience with Azure DevOps (ADO).
- Hands-on experience with GitHub and GitHub Actions.
- Experience with JFrog Artifactory and artifact management.
- Strong hands-on experience with Terraform / Infrastructure as Code.
- Deep understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker.
- Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with Azure networking and integration concepts.
- Proven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with GitLab.
- Experience with hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Experience with enterprise-scale cloud migration and automation.
- Knowledge of DevOps security and pipeline governance.
Key Evaluation Areas
- Cloud: Recent and strong Azure hands-on experience
- CI/CD: Azure DevOps + GitHub Actions
- Migration: Proven ADO-to-GitHub Actions migration experience
- Automation: Terraform-based infrastructure automation
- Containers: AKS + Kubernetes + Docker
- Artifacts: JFrog Artifactory integration
- End-to-End Ownership: Experience designing and managing the complete CI/CD and infrastructure automation stack
Apply today or share profiles at hamanth@smartitframe.com
Role: DevOps / Automation Engineer – Azure
Location: Middletown, NJ or Dallas, TX
Work Mode: Onsite
About Smart IT Frame:
At Smart IT Frame, we connect top talent with leading organizations across the USA. With over a decade of staffing excellence, we specialize in IT, healthcare, and professional roles, empowering both clients and candidates to grow together.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced DevOps / Automation Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Microsoft Azure, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, and automation. The ideal candidate will have proven experience designing and implementing end-to-end CI/CD pipelines across Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitHub Actions, along with experience migrating workloads and repositories from Azure DevOps to GitHub Actions. Strong experience with Terraform, JFrog Artifactory, AKS, Docker, Kubernetes, and Linux is required.
Top Required Skills
1. Microsoft Azure – Strong recent hands-on experience
2. CI/CD – Azure DevOps, GitHub & GitHub Actions
3. Terraform / Infrastructure as Code
Key Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub, and GitHub Actions.
- Lead and support migration from Azure DevOps (ADO) to GitHub Actions.
- Manage repository, pipeline, and artifact migration as part of ADO-to-GitHub transformation.
- Integrate and manage JFrog Artifactory within CI/CD workflows.
- Design and implement scalable cloud, on-premises, and hybrid infrastructure solutions.
- Develop reusable DevOps automation frameworks using Terraform.
- Provision and manage Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code.
- Implement and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes/AKS.
- Design and maintain Azure networking and cloud integration components.
- Standardize, automate, and optimize CI/CD processes and deployment pipelines.
- Troubleshoot build, deployment, infrastructure, and pipeline issues.
- Collaborate with development, infrastructure, security, and operations teams to improve delivery automation.
- Implement DevOps best practices for reliability, scalability, security, and operational efficiency.
Mandatory Skills
- Strong recent hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure.
- Strong experience with Azure DevOps (ADO).
- Hands-on experience with GitHub and GitHub Actions.
- Experience with JFrog Artifactory and artifact management.
- Strong hands-on experience with Terraform / Infrastructure as Code.
- Deep understanding of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
- Strong knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker.
- Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with Azure networking and integration concepts.
- Proven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with GitLab.
- Experience with hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Experience with enterprise-scale cloud migration and automation.
- Knowledge of DevOps security and pipeline governance.
Key Evaluation Areas
- Cloud: Recent and strong Azure hands-on experience
- CI/CD: Azure DevOps + GitHub Actions
- Migration: Proven ADO-to-GitHub Actions migration experience
- Automation: Terraform-based infrastructure automation
- Containers: AKS + Kubernetes + Docker
- Artifacts: JFrog Artifactory integration
- End-to-End Ownership: Experience designing and managing the complete CI/CD and infrastructure automation stack
Apply today or share profiles at hamanth@smartitframe.com
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in DevOps
Match your SOC code before applying
DevOps roles get filed under different SOC codes depending on the employer. Check the LCA filing to confirm whether they're using software developer or systems analyst classifications, since this changes the prevailing wage tier your offer must meet.
Certify your cloud credentials before cap season
AWS, Azure, and GCP certifications directly address the specialty occupation requirement USCIS scrutinizes for DevOps petitions. Having current credentials tied to your job duties strengthens your I-129 package before your employer files.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by DevOps-specific LCA filings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B sponsorship history for your exact role type, not just general tech hiring. This narrows your applications to companies already familiar with the filing process.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery. DevOps roles exist at these organizations in research infrastructure and cloud operations.
Verify your offer clears the prevailing wage floor
Before signing an offer, cross-check your title and location against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your salary meets at least Level I prevailing wage. Offers below the DOL threshold will fail LCA certification before your petition reaches USCIS.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your current H-1B employment ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsor. A new employer can file a transfer petition during this window, so don't delay starting the filing process the moment you have an offer.
H-1B Visa DevOps: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a DevOps engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the employer needs to document that the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specifically related field, such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Roles with vague job descriptions or that accept any bachelor's degree can draw USCIS scrutiny. Your offer letter and job duties should tie directly to your degree field.
Which SOC code do employers typically use for DevOps H-1B filings?
Most employers file DevOps roles under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or SOC 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators), depending on how the position is structured. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage your employer must pay, so check the LCA filing before accepting an offer. You can verify role classifications through O*NET.
How do I find DevOps employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing history by job title and location, so you can see which employers have actually sponsored DevOps roles rather than just claiming they're open to sponsorship. DOL LCA disclosure data is public, and filtering by relevant SOC codes narrows your list to companies with a real filing track record.
Can my employer file an H-1B transfer if I'm already on a different employer's H-1B?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer handles the I-129 filing, and you can begin the DevOps role immediately after receipt notice.
Does working remotely affect my H-1B status as a DevOps engineer?
Remote work can create compliance issues if you work from a location not covered by your employer's LCA. DevOps engineers who move to a new metropolitan area or state while on H-1B require an amended LCA filed with DOL for that worksite before the change. Short-term remote work in the same area is generally covered, but long-term moves require updated filings.