Senior DevOps Azure

Amarico; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Part time

Job summary

Amarico in Johannesburg is seeking a senior DevOps/Cloud Engineer to architect and operate cloud platforms across Azure and AWS, including Kubernetes and containerization. The role requires hands-on expertise, leadership, and the ability to drive automation and security in a fast-paced environment.

You will design scalable infrastructure, implement CI/CD pipelines, manage IaC and monitor performance while collaborating with Development, Security and Operations teams on innovative cloud solutions.

Qualifications

• Relevant Azure, AWS, Kubernetes or DevOps certifications preferred.
• 5+ years in DevOps, Cloud or Infrastructure roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure and AWS cloud services.
• Proven expertise with Kubernetes (AKS/EKS) and container tech.
• Extensive use of Azure DevOps, CI/CD, YAML and Git.
• Infrastructure as Code and automation, especially Terraform.
• Linux administration, cloud networking and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Design and support secure, scalable cloud infrastructure across Azure, AWS and hybrid environments.
• Manage cloud compute, storage, identity, monitoring and networking services.
• Design and troubleshoot VNET/VPCs, subnets, routing, DNS, VPNs, and load balancing.
• Manage Kubernetes platforms including AKS/EKS and autoscaling.
• Implement container platform standards using Docker, Helm and registries.
• Design, implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and YAML.
• Automate build, test, release and deployment with reliable rollback mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain IaC using Terraform; manage code in source control.
• Monitor, optimize and secure cloud resources; build dashboards with Prometheus/Grafana.
• Provide senior technical leadership and collaborate across teams.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Kubernetes

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Linux administration

Networking & security

Automation scripting

Education

5+ years in DevOps/Cloud engineering

Azure/AWS/Kubernetes certifications

Tools

Azure DevOps

Terraform

Kubernetes (AKS/EKS)

Docker & Helm

Git

Ansible

CloudFormation

Bicep/ARM

Job description

• PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT RESIDE IN JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA.
• We need the candidate to start immediately.
• The role is onsite.
• 6 month contract

About the job

Cloud Architecture, Azure, AWS & Cloud NetworkingKubernetes & Container Platforms

• Design and support secure, scalable and highly available cloud infrastructure across Azure, AWS and hybrid environments.
• Manage cloud compute, storage, identity, monitoring and networking services.
• Design and troubleshoot VNET/VPCs, subnets, routing, DNS, VPNs, private connectivity, firewalls, NSGs/Security Groups and load balancing.
• Manage Kubernetes platforms including AKS/EKS, clusters, nodes, pods, services, ingress, storage, RBAC and autoscaling.
• Implement container platform standards using Docker, Helm and container registries.

DevOps, CI/CD & Azure DevOpsInfrastructure as Code (IaC) & Automation

• Design, implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, YAML and Git.
• Automate build, test, release and deployment processes and implement reliable rollback mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, with Ansible, Bicep/ARM and CloudFormation where applicable.
• Maintain infrastructure and pipeline configurations in source control.
• Reduce manual operational tasks through Bash, PowerShell and Python automation.

Cloud Operations, Monitoring & OptimisationLinux & Infrastructure Support

• Monitor and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure, Kubernetes platforms, applications and CI/CD pipelines.
• Build dashboards and proactive alerts using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus, Grafana and AWS CloudWatch.
• Provide senior-level Linux administration and troubleshoot CPU, memory, disk, file systems, processes, services, certificates and networking.
• Perform root cause analysis for major incidents and implement permanent improvements.
• Optimise cloud resources for performance, scalability, availability and cost efficiency.

Security, DevSecOps & GovernanceTechnical Leadership & Collaboration

• Implement cloud, Kubernetes and DevOps security best practices including IAM, RBAC, least privilege, secrets and certificate management.
• Integrate security controls into CI/CD pipelines and support vulnerability remediation and audits.
• Support cloud governance, tagging, rightsizing and cost management standards.
• Provide senior technical leadership, mentor engineers and drive knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Development, Infrastructure, Security, Architecture and Operations teams.

Work Collaboratively

• Build a culture of integrity, respect, information sharing and collaboration across technology teams.
• Work effectively with Development, Infrastructure, Security, Architecture and Operations teams.
• Communicate technical information clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver reliable solutions.

Self-Management

• Maintain high standards of quality, accountability and technical ownership.
• Plan and prioritise competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrate attention to detail, strong organisation and effective time management.
• Anticipate change, take initiative and drive continuous improvement and automation.

General Job Indicators

Strategic Planning and LeadershipProvides senior technical input into DevOps and cloud strategy, platform standards, automation and operational improvement.

Delegated Freedom to ActWorks independently within approved architecture, security, governance and operational standards, escalating material risks where required.

Level of ComplexityHigh – responsible for complex multi-cloud, Kubernetes, CI/CD, automation, networking and infrastructure environments.Indicate in quantitative terms, the key areas on which your job has an impact. State figures on an annual basis. Include such items as budgets, revenues, other rand amounts or pertinent items the position impacts.

Technology PlatformsAzure, AWS, Kubernetes, CI/CD and Cloud InfrastructureOrganisation-wideDirect and IndirectUnit Measures: Number of clients / customers (internal or external), number of suppliers, number of products or any other scope measurements pertinent to this job

Job Specifications

Minimum Academic, Professional Qualifications & Experience required for this position

• Relevant Azure, AWS, Kubernetes or DevOps certifications are preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering or related technical roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and practical experience with AWS cloud services.
• Strong experience with Kubernetes and container technologies, including AKS and/or EKS.
• Strong experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, YAML and Git.
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation, particularly Terraform.
• Strong Linux administration, cloud networking and troubleshooting experience.

Other Required Skills

• Azure and AWS cloud services; Kubernetes, AKS/EKS, Docker and Helm.
• Terraform, Ansible, Bicep/ARM and CloudFormation.
• Linux, Bash, PowerShell and Python scripting.
• VNET/VPC, DNS, VPN, routing, firewalls, NSGs/Security Groups and load balancing.
• Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Prometheus, Grafana and AWS CloudWatch.
• IAM, RBAC, secrets management, certificates, cloud security and DevSecOps.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication and collaboration skills.

Competency Requirements

• Customer Focus
• Instils Trust
• Cultivates Innovation
• Collaborates
• Situational Adaptability
• Manages Complexity
• Plans and Aligns
• Balances Stakeholders