Senior Application Automation & Cloud Operations Engineer

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Senior Application Automation & Cloud Operations Engineer for a contract position with a Global Financial Institution located in Chandler, AZ, Charlotte, NC, or Plano, TX. This is a 12 month contract opportunity.

This role supports automation solutions developed in Java and .NET, deployed across Linux, Windows, and Azure environments, with a strong focus on stability, performance, observability, and operational excellence. The successful candidate will partner closely with infrastructure, database, network, and vendor teams to ensure reliable, scalable automation services across the enterprise. The position requires participation in an on-call rotation, including 2nd shift on weekdays and 1st shift on weekends.

Responsibilities:

• Provide 2nd level operational support for application automation platforms hosted on Linux, Windows, and Azure
• Maintain and troubleshoot Java and .NET based automation applications running on web, application, and database servers
• Develop, enhance, and support automation scripts using Python and PowerShell
• Perform application deployments, configuration changes, patching, and service recovery
• Monitor system and application health using Splunk dashboards, logs, and alerts
• Conduct performance analysis, tuning, and optimization
• Execute backup, restore, and disaster recovery procedures
• Create and maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks
• Manage incidents through the enterprise ticketing system, including documentation, escalation, and closure
• Collaborate with database, network, storage, cloud, and vendor teams to resolve complex issues

Requirements:

• 5-8 years of experience in application or automation operations support
• Strong experience supporting Java and/or .NET applications
• Proficiency with Linux and Windows system administration
• Hands-on scripting experience with Python and PowerShell
• Solid knowledge of SQL databases, including query creation and troubleshooting
• Experience supporting Azure and M365 environments
• Strong understanding of incident management, operational support processes, and SLAs
• Experience using Splunk for monitoring, troubleshooting, and corrective actions
• Ability to clearly articulate technical issues, business impact, and remediation plans
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience

Desired skills:

• Microsoft M365, Azure, or Exchange certifications
• Linux administration certifications
• Java, .NET, SQL, Python, or PowerShell certifications

Pay range: $63.68 - $71.68 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20 years.
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.