DevOps Engineer - Automation Specialist

Placements24

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Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 860,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer to bridge development and IT operations in the Port Elizabeth area. You will build and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate infrastructure with IaC, and ensure reliability at scale.

The role emphasizes collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve deployment efficiency and system stability. Candidates should have 3+ years in DevOps/SRE, strong cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), and proficiency with Jenkins, GitLab CI, Docker, and

Qualifications

Experience designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
Proficiency with infrastructure as code (Terraform/Ansible).
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
Strong containerization with Docker/Kubernetes.
Automation and scripting skills (Bash/Python).
Collaborative problem solving in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment and testing.
Implement and manage infrastructure as code for provisioning and config management.
Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability.
Collaborate with development and operations to optimize workflows.
Implement and manage Docker and Kubernetes containerization.
Develop scripts to automate repetitive operational tasks.

Skills

CI/CD

IaC

Cloud platforms

Containerization

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Automation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitLab CI

CircleCI

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer with a passion for automation to join their innovative IT and Software team, serving the Port Elizabeth area. This role is crucial for bridging the gap between software development and IT operations, ensuring the efficient deployment, monitoring, and maintenance of our client's applications. You will be instrumental in implementing and managing robust CI/CD pipelines, automating infrastructure, and enhancing system reliability and scalability. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced DevOps professional to drive best practices and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement in a dynamic tech environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain scalable and reliable CI/CD pipelines for automated software deployment and testing.
Implement and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible for provisioning and configuration management.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement solutions to ensure high availability and reliability of applications.
Collaborate with development and operations teams to streamline workflows and improve overall system efficiency.
Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Develop scripting solutions to automate repetitive operational tasks and enhance system operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
3+ years of experience in a DevOps or SRE role.
Proficiency with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python).
Strong understanding of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code principles.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

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