DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer with experience in cloud technologies and automation to join our dynamic team in Cape Town. You will play a critical role in building and maintaining deployment pipelines, ensuring system reliability, and optimizing performance across our cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both systems and software development, embracing a collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform.
• Optimize cloud resource usage for cost and performance.
• Implement monitoring and alerting solutions to ensure system health.
• Work with development teams to identify and resolve operational challenges.
• Participate in on-call rotation for incident response.
• Conduct regular system audits and updates.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and security requirements.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Master's degree is a plus

Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in a DevOps role or related field

Technical Skills

• AWS or Azure
• Docker

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Collaboration

Certifications

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Experience with CI/CD tools like Jenkins: Hands-on experience implementing continuous integration and delivery pipelines.
• Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Bash: Ability to automate tasks and write scripts for systems management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• Medical and retirement benefits
• Flexible working conditions
• Access to professional development resources

Company Culture

• Innovation: We thrive on innovation and creativity, encouraging all team members to contribute ideas.
• Collaboration: Our culture is centred around teamwork, with open communication and shared goals.
• Diversity: We embrace diversity and promote an inclusive work environment.