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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Splunk Observability Engineer - **Company:** Staffxpert Llc - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $84,800.0 - $116,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, DevOps, Intrusion Detection Systems, JSON, Python (Programming Language), Pattern Recognition, Data Logging, Data Processing, Data Ingestion, Grafana, Reliability of Systems, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Splunk, Dynatrace, Golang, Microservices - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/usac667bb656da76e86b9d3dfb180fe6a7 ## About the Role * 4 6 years of hands-on experience with Splunk development, observability, or monitoring platforms. * Strong experience with Splunk Observability Cloud and Splunk Enterprise/Cloud. * Proficiency in SPL and SignalFlow. * Hands-on experience with OpenTelemetry and OTel Collector configuration. * Strong understanding of metrics, logs, and distributed tracing. * Experience implementing trace instrumentation for applications using Java, Python, Go, or similar technologies. * Experience with logging-in-context and trace/log correlation. * Knowledge of anomaly detection, statistical analysis, and pattern identification. * Experience building dashboards using Splunk Dashboard Studio and JSON-based configurations. * Strong understanding of DevOps, monitoring, troubleshooting, and production environments. * Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications * Splunk certifications such as Splunk Cloud Certified Metrics User or Splunk Core Certified Power User. * Experience with Splunk ITSI and Glass Tables. * Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps practices. * Experience with containerized and microservices-based environments. * Familiarity with Splunk Edge Processors and data ingestion optimization. * Strong understanding of observability best practices and proactive incident prevention. ## Description STAFFXPERT LLC is seeking a Splunk Observability Engineer on behalf of our client in Chicago, IL to design, implement, and optimize enterprise observability solutions using Splunk Observability Cloud and Splunk Enterprise/Cloud. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with metrics, logs, traces, OpenTelemetry, SPL, SignalFlow, anomaly detection, and dashboard development. Key Responsibilities * Design and implement observability solutions covering metrics, logs, and distributed traces. * Configure and manage OpenTelemetry (OTel) collectors, including receivers, processors, and exporters. * Develop SPL and SignalFlow analytics for monitoring, pattern detection, and anomaly identification. * Implement logging-in-context and correlate logs with trace IDs for efficient troubleshooting. * Build dashboards and visualizations using Splunk Dashboard Studio, Glass Tables, and related observability tools. * Develop monitoring strategies for high-cardinality environments and large-scale containerized systems. * Configure anomaly detection using statistical methods and Splunk monitoring capabilities. * Implement data filtering, masking, and aggregation using Splunk Ingest Actions and Edge Processors. * Use Splunk machine-learning capabilities to identify patterns and support faster root-cause analysis. * Create contextual drill-downs that correlate metrics, logs, and traces. * Collaborate with engineering and DevOps teams to improve proactive incident detection and system reliability. ## Related Videos - [Better Together: Leveraging Your Observability Tools as a SIEM](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2118-better-together-leveraging-your-observability-tools-as-a-siem) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Go with the Flow: Stop the Leaks Before Your Memory's a Waterfall!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100073-go-with-the-flow-stop-the-leaks-before-your-memory-s-a-waterfall) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) - [Observability with OpenTelemetry & Elastic](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1232-observability-with-opentelemetry-elastic) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)