DevOps Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our team in Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of our cloud infrastructure and optimizing our deployment pipelines. Candidates should have a strong background in cloud environments and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy robust cloud solutions.
• Optimize infrastructure for cost-efficiency and performance.
• Facilitate collaboration between development and IT operations teams.
• Implement security best practices across cloud infrastructure.
• Create infrastructure-as-code templates using Terraform.
• Engage in troubleshooting and system optimization activities.
• Collect and analyze system metrics to improve performance.
• Support application teams with cloud-related queries and requests.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role

Technical Skills

• Git
• Continuous Integration (CI) tools

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Agile Methodology

Certifications

• Google Cloud Professional DevOps Engineer
• Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python or Bash: Experience in scripting for automation and process improvements.
• Experience with cloud-native technologies: Exposure to cloud-native solutions and microservices architecture.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical aid and wellness benefits
• Generous paid time off
• Opportunities for remote work arrangements
• Employee development programs and training

Company Culture

• Growth Mindset: We prioritize professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Committed to building a diverse team where everyone feels at home.
• Adaptable Work Style: Promoting work practices that accommodate various lifestyle preferences.