DevOps Engineer

Johannesburg Full-time R50,000 - R67,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R800,000 / Year)

Job Description

Join our tech-savvy team as a DevOps Engineer, where you'll play a key role in enhancing software reliability and operational efficiency. Bring your solid expertise in cloud services and DevOps tools to lead initiatives that accelerate our delivery processes.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for smooth deployment processes.
  • Automate infrastructure and deployment with tools like Terraform or Ansible.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
  • Collaborate with developers to ensure smooth integration of new features, addressing any potential issues.
  • Ensure high availability and security of cloud infrastructure.
  • Maintain configuration management for consistency and efficiency.
  • Participate in disaster recovery planning and execution.
  • Provide mentorship to junior team members on best practices in DevOps.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Master's degree is an advantage
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in a DevOps or similar role
Technical Skills
  • AWS
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Linux
  • Terraform
Soft Skills
  • Effective Communication
  • Leadership
Certifications
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Experience with CI/CD tools: Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
  • Knowledge of monitoring tools: Familiarity with monitoring tools like Grafana or Prometheus.

Benefits

  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Generous PTO policy
  • Employee development programs
  • Flexible hours and hybrid working options

Company Culture

  • Innovation Focus: We place a high value on innovation, ensuring our teams are always pushing the envelope in technology development.
  • Team Spirit: Our culture promotes teamwork and collaboration to achieve mutual success.
  • Ongoing Learning: We encourage continuous improvement through workshops and training.
Status: Open