DevOps Engineer

Cape Town Full-time R41,666 - R58,333 / Month
(R500,000 - R700,000 / Year)

Job Description

Seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to support our cloud initiatives in Cape Town. You will work closely with development teams to streamline workflows, enhance system performance, and implement best practices in software delivery.

Responsibilities

  • Implement containerization solutions using Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Analyze system uptime and propose enhancements.
  • Create and maintain scripts for automation purposes.
  • Assist in migrating legacy systems to cloud platforms.
  • Provide technical guidance to junior team members.
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • Master's degree in a relevant discipline is a plus
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud operations
Technical Skills
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
Soft Skills
  • Analytical thinking
  • Communication
Certifications
  • Docker Certified Associate
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with monitoring tools like Prometheus: Experience with setting up monitoring systems for cloud environments.
  • Understanding of microservices architecture: Ability to design and implement microservices-based applications effectively.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits, including mental health support
  • Access to training and certification programs
  • Work-life balance initiatives
  • Company-sponsored team-building events

Company Culture

  • Continuous Learning: We prioritize professional development, offering various learning paths and training sessions.
  • Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance, offering flexible working hours and conditions.
  • Community Engagement: We actively participate in community development and encourage employee volunteering.
Status: Closed