Lead DevOps Architect

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); Hybrid; USD 72.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Architect for a hybrid role in Queenstown (Eastern Cape). You will design and implement robust CI/CD pipelines, IaC solutions, and cloud architectures (AWS/Azure/GCP) while guiding engineering teams and enforcing DevOps best practices.

You will mentor engineers, define KPIs, and drive improvements in deployment reliability and efficiency in a FinTech environment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years IT/DevOps experience with 4+ years in architecture/implementation.
• Proven experience designing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps or CircleCI.
• Strong IaC tooling experience: Terraform, Ansible, Puppet or Chef.
• Cloud platforms expertise: AWS, Azure, GCP; containerization with Docker/Kubernetes.

Aufgaben

• Design, architect, and implement comprehensive CI/CD pipelines and automation strategies.
• Develop and manage infrastructure-as-code using Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Architect cloud infrastructure with AWS/Azure/GCP focusing on automation and security.
• Lead DevOps practices: version control, CI/CD, monitoring.

Kenntnisse

CI/CD

Automation

SRE mindset

Team leadership

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the financial technology sector, is seeking a highly experienced Lead DevOps Architect to join their innovative team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This hybrid role combines remote flexibility with essential in-office collaboration, enabling you to shape and implement cutting‑edge DevOps strategies. You will be responsible for designing and architecting robust CI/CD pipelines, automation frameworks, and infrastructure‑as‑code solutions that enhance development agility, system reliability, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of DevOps principles, cloud platforms, and automation tools, with a proven ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor engineering teams. You will play a crucial role in modernizing our development and operations practices, ensuring the seamless delivery of high‑quality software. This is a significant opportunity to influence the technological direction of a leading FinTech company and drive continuous improvement within a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, architect, and implement comprehensive CI/CD pipelines and automation strategies for software delivery.
• Develop and manage infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) solutions using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Architect cloud infrastructure solutions (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with a focus on automation, scalability, and security.
• Establish and enforce DevOps best practices, including version control, continuous integration, continuous delivery, and monitoring.
• Lead the selection and integration of appropriate DevOps tools and technologies.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to foster a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement.
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems for applications and infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to DevOps engineers and cross‑functional teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to build, deployment, and operational environments.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for DevOps processes and system reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; relevant certifications are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in IT operations, software development, or system administration, with at least 4 years focused on DevOps architecture and implementation.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or CircleCI.
• Strong experience with infrastructure‑as‑code tools (Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Solid understanding of networking, security principles, and system monitoring tools.
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working effectively in a hybrid work model, balancing remote and in‑office collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance‑based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement fund contributions and life insurance.
• Generous annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.
• Exposure to advanced DevOps practices and technologies in the FinTech industry.
• A collaborative and innovative hybrid work environment.