DevOps Engineer

Sandton Full-time R50,000 - R70,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R840,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are on the lookout for a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team in Sandton. This role is crucial for the success of our cloud computing initiatives and requires a deep understanding of modern DevOps practices. As a part of our team, you will be instrumental in automating and optimizing our infrastructure and deployment processes.

Responsibilities

  • Architect scalable and reliable systems in cloud infrastructure.
  • Enhance existing deployment processes and version control systems.
  • Implement and monitor CI/CD workflows across environments.
  • Improve overall application health with systematic performance monitoring.
  • Guide juniors in adopting best practices in DevOps culture.
  • Integrate security best practices during the software development lifecycle.
  • Facilitate communication between software teams and IT staff.
  • Ensure compliance with software and security standards.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Relevant certifications in cloud technologies are an advantage
Experience
  • 3+ years of experience in cloud services and automation.
Technical Skills
  • Terraform
  • Ansible
Soft Skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Effective communication
Certifications
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus or Grafana: Experience in monitoring applications and systems for performance and uptime.
  • Cloud security best practices: Knowledge of security protocols and compliance regulations.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan with employer matching
  • Work from home options
  • Annual retreats and team events

Company Culture

  • Innovation: We encourage teammates to think creatively and push boundaries to solve tough challenges.
  • Team Spirit: We believe in teamwork and support each other in pursuit of shared goals.
  • Balance: We prioritize a healthy work-life balance for all employees.
Status: Closed