DevOps Engineer - Cloud Automation

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Innovation-minded environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer focused on Cloud Automation to join its Richards Bay team. You will design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines and manage cloud infrastructure to streamline software delivery.

The role requires 3+ years in DevOps, experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, and hands-on use of Jenkins, GitLab CI or CircleCI, plus Terraform or Ansible. You will optimize reliability and security while collaborating across development and operations.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a DevOps or similar role with a strong focus on automation.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash) and familiarity with container orchestration.
• Solid understanding of networking, security, and monitoring principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated software builds, testing, and deployment.
• Manage and automate cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and scaling (Terraform/Ansible).
• Implement and manage Docker and Kubernetes-based containerization.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, and implement proactive solutions.
• Collaborate with developers and sysadmins to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code scripts and documentation.

Skills

Automation

Scripting

Networking & Security

Monitoring

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Cloud platforms

Jenkins

GitLab CI

CircleCI

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer focused on Cloud Automation to join their expanding technology division in Richards Bay . This role is integral to streamlining software development lifecycles, enhancing system reliability, and optimizing operational efficiency through automated processes. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, managing cloud infrastructure, and fostering a culture of collaboration between development and operations teams. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a motivated DevOps professional to contribute to high-impact projects and drive technological advancements within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated software builds, testing, and deployment.
• Manage and automate cloud infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and scaling using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, and implement proactive solutions to ensure stability.
• Collaborate with software developers and system administrators to troubleshoot and resolve issues efficiently.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure-as-code scripts and documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a DevOps or similar role, with a strong focus on automation.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and configuration management tools.
• Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash) and familiarity with container orchestration.
• Excellent understanding of networking, security, and monitoring principles.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to modern DevOps practices and cutting-edge technologies.
• A dynamic work environment in Richards Bay focused on innovation and efficiency.