DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team in Port Elizabeth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud computing and containerization technologies, with a passion for automating development processes. If you're looking to impact and work with innovative technologies, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain automated deployment strategies using tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
• Utilize container orchestration tools like Kubernetes to manage application deployments.
• Participate in incident response and root cause analysis for production outages.
• Ensure efficient backup and disaster recovery strategies are in place.
• Work closely with development teams to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies relevant to the role.
• Develop metrics and dashboards to monitor system health and performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or related roles

Technical Skills

• Ansible
• Git
• Monitoring Tools

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Problem-Solving

Certifications

• Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect
• Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience in scripting languages like Python or Bash: Proficient in scripting for automating DevOps tasks.
• Prior experience in a startup environment: Adaptability to fast-paced work settings.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and dependents
• Generous leave policies and work-life balance initiatives
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
• Regular company retreats and team-building activities

Company Culture

• Continuous Learning: We offer ongoing training opportunities to keep skills sharp and relevant.
• Work-Life Balance: We value our employees' time and promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Employee Recognition: We celebrate achievements and recognize contributions to foster motivation.