DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are on the hunt for a savvy DevOps Engineer to join our Cape Town team. This role is pivotal in enhancing our cloud infrastructure and automating processes to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a solid grasp of cloud technologies and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Optimize cloud architecture for cost efficiency and performance.
• Implement security best practices across all cloud services.
• Work with development teams to incorporate DevOps tools into workflows.
• Analyze system performance data to identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in capacity planning and resource allocation.
• Lead disaster recovery planning and execution.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related field
• Master's degree is advantageous

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering or DevOps

Technical Skills

• AWS
• Terraform
• Jenkins
• Git
• Shell Scripting

Soft Skills

• Critical Thinking
• Teamwork

Certifications

• Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Exposure to multi-cloud environments: Experience working across multiple cloud services like AWS and Azure.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture: Hands-on experience in building and managing microservices.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision plan coverage
• Generous leave policies
• Training and certification reimbursement
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Company Culture

• Inclusivity: We embrace diversity and foster an inclusive environment for all team members.
• Accountability: We take ownership of our work and value transparency in all our processes.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life.