DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our Johannesburg team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in automating deployment processes and managing cloud infrastructure, ensuring the highest level of system performance and reliability. You will work closely with software development and IT teams to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage infrastructure as code practices.
• Configure cloud services to ensure scalability and reliability.
• Provide recommendations on system improvements.
• Monitor logs and performance metrics to detect issues.
• Create runbooks and maintenance documentation.
• Assist in training staff on operational processes.
• Facilitate smooth rollout of application updates.
• Engage in on-call duties as needed.
• Lead post-mortem reviews of outages and incidents.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Relevant certifications preferred

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in DevOps or site reliability engineering

Technical Skills

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• AWS
• Linux
• CI/CD Tools

Soft Skills

• Problem-solving
• Collaboration
• Communication

Certifications

• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Familiarity with Terraform: Experience with infrastructure as code using Terraform.
• Understanding of Agile methodologies: Familiarity with Agile practices for project management.

Benefits

• Medical aid and health insurance
• Generous annual leave
• Flexible working conditions
• Opportunities for professional development

Company Culture

• Open communication: We promote transparency and encourage employees to share their ideas and feedback.
• Innovation-driven: Our culture fosters creativity and innovative thinking to overcome challenges.
• Team-centric: We value collaboration, teamwork, and mutual respect.