DevOps Engineer

Johannesburg Full-time R50,000 - R75,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R900,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a DevOps Engineer at Tech Innovations Inc., you will play a crucial role in the deployment and management of cloud services while ensuring smooth operation of development and production environments. The ideal candidate has a strong background in DevOps practices and is well-versed in automation tools like Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes. You'll be working closely with engineering teams to enhance application performance, streamline deployment processes, and maintain system reliability in our cloud environments.

Responsibilities

  • Automate infrastructure provisioning using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
  • Monitor application performance and make necessary adjustments.
  • Support implementations of container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
  • Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
  • Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
  • Master's degree preferred
Experience
  • 4+ years in a DevOps role with direct experience in cloud environments
Technical Skills
  • Azure
  • Ansible
Soft Skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
Certifications
  • Google Professional DevOps Engineer
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with Cloud Migration: Hands-on experience in planning and executing cloud migration strategies.
  • Knowledge of Database Management: Familiarity with databases such as PostgreSQL and MySQL.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
  • Retirement saving options with company match.
  • Work-life balance initiatives.
  • Access to learning resources and upskilling opportunities.

Company Culture

  • Inclusivity: We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our workplace.
  • Learning Opportunities: We encourage ongoing professional development and learning.
Status: Open