DevOps Engineer - CI/CD Specialist

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Training & certs

Annual leave

Team-building

Office in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer in Vereeniging, Gauteng, to optimize CI/CD pipelines and automate the software delivery lifecycle. You will design, implement, and maintain infrastructure as code, collaborate with development and IT operations, and ensure reliable deployments in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in DevOps or systems engineering, experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, IaC tools like Terraform and Ansible, and containerization with Docker and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a DevOps or Systems Engineering role.
• Proven experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Understanding of networking concepts and security best practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in Gauteng is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Automate software build, test, and deployment processes.
• Manage and provision cloud infrastructure using infrastructure as code principles and tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
• Develop and manage containerization strategies using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth and efficient deployment of applications.
• Implement and manage logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of security best practices within the DevOps workflow.
• Document infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing between development and operations teams.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines

Automation

Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT or related field

Tools

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading software solutions provider based in **Vereeniging**, Gauteng, is seeking a highly skilled DevOps Engineer with a strong focus on Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. This role is integral to optimizing our client's software development lifecycle, ensuring efficient, automated, and reliable delivery of applications. You will work closely with development and operations teams to build, manage, and improve the infrastructure that supports our client's innovative products. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between focused remote work and essential in-office collaboration at our **Vereeniging** location. The ideal candidate is passionate about automation, infrastructure as code, and fostering a culture of collaboration between development and IT operations. Join a growing team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of software delivery excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or Azure DevOps.
• Automate software build, test, and deployment processes.
• Manage and provision cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) using infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations.
• Develop and manage containerization strategies using Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth and efficient deployment of applications.
• Implement and manage logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and deployment issues, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of security best practices within the DevOps workflow.
• Document infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing between development and operations teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in a DevOps or Systems Engineering role.
• Proven experience designing and managing CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Understanding of networking concepts and security best practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment.
• Experience in **Gauteng** is an advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Access to modern DevOps tools and technologies.
• Career growth opportunities within a growing IT sector.
• Regular team-building activities.
• Convenient office location in **Vereeniging**.