DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are in search of a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automating deployment processes, managing cloud infrastructure, and promoting continuous integration and delivery practices. This role will involve collaboration with development teams to optimize application performance and security while reducing downtime and improving system reliability.

Responsibilities

• Enhance automation scripts to streamline deployment processes and reduce time-to-production.
• Coordinate with various teams to integrate DevOps practices within development workflows.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for swift code delivery.
• Analyze system metrics to identify performance trends and potential issues.
• Create disaster recovery plans and playbooks to prepare for incidents.
• Standardize DevOps practices across multiple teams for consistency.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a DevOps environment

Technical Skills

• Azure
• Ansible

Soft Skills

• Adaptability
• Time Management

Certifications

• Certified Kubernetes Administrator
• Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Familiarity with serverless architectures: Experience in developing applications in a serverless environment.
• Advanced security practices: Knowledge of security best practices in cloud deployments.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including dental and vision coverage
• Generous leave policy including parental leave
• Investment in employee growth with training budgets
• Work-life balance emphasis with flexible work arrangements

Company Culture

• Continuous Learning: We prioritize ongoing learning and development to keep our team at the leading edge of technology.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone belongs.
• Team-Spirit: Team spirit is integral to our values, and we promote collaboration across all teams.