AWS DevOps Engineer

DataTech Recruitment; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Cape Town seeks an AWS DevOps Engineer to manage cloud infrastructure and enhance CI/CD processes. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in DevOps, solid AWS skills, and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a competitive salary of R75,000 per month, starting onsite and transitioning to a hybrid model after probation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure, or software engineering.
• Solid experience with AWS in production environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation, including architecture and recovery processes.
• Build and enhance fully automated CI/CD pipelines.
• Create dashboards and alerts using monitoring tools.
• Support engineering teams by unblocking issues quickly.

Skills

AWS skills

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Linux administration

Scripting skills

Container orchestration (Docker)

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric)

Degree or Diploma in IT

Tools

AWS CDK

Terraform

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

AWS DevOps Engineer required in Cape Town.

We’re looking for an AWS DevOps Engineer to help shape and protect a cloud-native engineering environment built on AWS. You’ll take ownership of core infrastructure, refine CI/CD processes, enhance security, drive automation, and strengthen observability across the platform.

This role suits someone who enjoys solving technical challenges, exploring emerging tools—including AI-driven automation—and designing systems that are stable, scalable, and simple to operate. You’ll work closely with the Head of Engineering and collaborate with a supportive tech team, making a direct impact on platform reliability and delivery speed.

Type: Onsite initially, then move to Hybrid.

Salary: R75,000 per month (gross basic) + pension contribution.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Cloud Reliability & Security
  • Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation, including architecture and recovery processes.
  • Identify and fix AWS security misconfigurations while improving overall cloud security.
  • Build and manage infrastructure using IaC (AWS CDK or Terraform).
  • Improve reliability and reduce unplanned downtime through proactive monitoring.
  • Conduct cloud infrastructure audits to identify risks and opportunities.
  • Configure proactive security alerts using tools like CanaryTokens.
• Automation & CI/CD
  • Build and enhance fully automated CI/CD pipelines.
  • Replace manual deployment steps with automated workflows.
  • Apply IaC principles for all new infrastructure and environments.
  • Keep pipeline documentation clear and up to date.
• System Observability & Proactive Management
  • Create dashboards and alerts using Prometheus, Grafana, or AWS monitoring tools.
  • Ensure accurate tracking of key application and infrastructure metrics.
  • Reduce alert noise to maintain meaningful, actionable alerts.
  • Identify and resolve performance or capacity risks before impact.
  • Deliver dashboards that support day-to-day engineering work.
• Support, Collaboration & Innovation
  • Support engineering teams by unblocking issues quickly.
  • Establish strong CI/CD, security, and infrastructure standards.
  • Develop self-service and automated tools to streamline operations.
  • Explore and implement innovative solutions—including intelligent automation—to improve efficiency and delivery.

Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate (Matric)
• Degree or Diploma in IT is a plus
• 3+ years of experience in DevOps, infrastructure, or software engineering
• Solid experience with AWS in production environments
• Strong IaC skills using AWS CDK or Terraform
• Experience with Docker and container orchestration
• Strong Linux administration experience
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Typescript, Python, or PHP)
• Strong scripting skills for automation and integrations
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools
• Understanding of database management (MySQL preferred)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working in fast‑evolving environments

Working Model:

• Probation (first 3 months): Onsite, 5 days per week
• After probation (remainder of first year): Hybrid, 3 days in‑office / 2 days at home

If you’re ready to take ownership of impactful AWS‑driven infrastructure work in a modern cloud environment, apply now and step into the new year with a role that lets you make a real difference.