Python Dev (Junior / Intermediate)

60Degrees; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent automotive company is seeking an expert Python developer in Gauteng. The ideal candidate will have strong cloud and Splunk experience, be proficient in Terraform and Ansible, and possess a minimum of 10+ years in IT. This role includes responsibilities such as platform development, technical support, and mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Terraform and Ansible for provisioning AWS/Azure resources.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• In-depth knowledge of Splunk architecture and functionalities.
• Minimum 10+ years of IT experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the platform.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical support.
• Review code to ensure quality standards.
• Coach and train team members.
• Manage deployments and releases.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies.

Skills

Terraform

Ansible

AWS

Azure

Python

Bash

Splunk

Job description

Overview

Our client, booming in the automotive space, seeks an expert Python developer with cloud and Splunk experience for a long-term venture in Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Design, development, and maintenance of the platform.
• Provide 2nd and 3rd level technical operational support, including standby high priority support on rotation.
• Develop system solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.
• Review code of team members to ensure quality and delivery requirements are met.
• Coach and train fellow colleagues and users when required.
• Compile user and operational manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship.
• Ensure software availability, maintainability, and scalability.
• Handle deployments and releases.
• Engage in planning and monitoring.
• Manage tenant requirements and communication.
• Actively participate in Agile ceremonies.
• Join a fast-growing automotive leader to drive cutting-edge Python, cloud, and Splunk projects while shaping the platform and mentoring your team.

Requirements / What you will need

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Proficient in Terraform and Ansible for provisioning and managing AWS/Azure resources with version control and modular design.
• CI/CD: Experience designing and managing automated pipelines using GitHub Actions or Azure DevOps, including testing, deployment, and rollback.
• Scripting & Automation: Python and Bash for automating tasks, including Splunk data collection, reporting, and alert management.
• Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS and/or Azure, deploying and optimizing cloud infrastructure and core services.
• Splunk Expertise: Strong knowledge of Splunk architecture, SPL, dashboards, alerts, and platform functionalities.
• Minimum 10+ years of IT experience.

Location

Pretoria, Gauteng