Release & DevOps Specialist

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Release & DevOps Specialist in Johannesburg. You will manage software release processes and build CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. The ideal candidate has strong experience in automated deployments for .NET, Blazor, and SQL Server. This role offers a hybrid working model and opportunities for direct collaboration with development and QA teams.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

High-impact role

Exposure to modern DevOps tools

Qualifications

• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps.
• Expert knowledge of Git branching strategies.
• Solid troubleshooting skills across code, configuration, and environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and own the software release calendar and coordination.
• Plan, communicate, and document release processes across environments.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.

Skills

CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps

Automated deployments for .NET, Blazor, and SQL Server

Git branching strategies

Troubleshooting skills

Release/change management

Attention to detail

Tools

Azure DevOps

Observability tools (e.g., Seq)

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Location: Bedfordview (Hybrid possible)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Industry: Insurance | IT Development | DevOps & Release Engineering

About the Role

WatersEdge Solutions is hiring a Release & DevOps Specialist to join a leading long-term insurance provider. This is a critical role in managing smooth, repeatable, and high-quality software releases. You’ll bridge development, QA, and operations—helping the team deliver scalable software systems in a production-grade environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and own the software release calendar and coordination
• Plan, communicate, and document release processes across environments
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps
• Automate deployment processes across development, staging, and production
• Maintain parity between staging and production environments
• Implement rollback strategies and recovery processes
• Collaborate with IT and QA to ensure environments are secure and production-like
• Troubleshoot and resolve staging/production issues
• Provide visibility via dashboards and release readiness metrics

What You’ll Bring

• Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps
• Proficiency in automated deployments for .NET, Blazor, and SQL Server
• Expert knowledge of Git branching strategies
• Solid troubleshooting skills across code, configuration, and environments
• Familiarity with release/change management in enterprise settings
• High attention to detail and structured thinking
• Ownership mindset and collaborative working style

Nice to Have

• Experience with observability tools (e.g., Seq)
• Understanding of security protocols for deployment (secrets, IAM, access policies)
• Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
• Containerisation and infrastructure automation experience

What’s On Offer

• High-impact DevOps role in a stable and long-standing company
• Hybrid working model (Bedfordview-based)
• Opportunity to shape release processes and improve deployment frequency
• Direct collaboration with development, QA, and IT
• Exposure to modern DevOps tools and enterprise standards

Company Culture

At WatersEdge Solutions, we partner with purpose-led teams building reliable, scalable, and secure systems. You’ll join a technically-minded, solution-focused team that values ownership, transparency, and continuous improvement. Every release counts—so does your contribution.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.