Senior DevOps CI/CD Engineer

E-Merge IT Recruitment; Rosebank; On-site; ZAR 1,260,000 - 1,540,000; Full time

Job summary

E-Merge IT Recruitment is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join a growth-focused technology team in Rosebank. You will drive automation, build scalable cloud infrastructure, and streamline CI/CD pipelines to accelerate delivery while ensuring reliability and security.

You should bring 2–10+ years of DevOps experience, strong scripting (Bash, Ksh, Python), and hands-on expertise with Azure, Docker, OpenShift/Kubernetes, Unix/Linux, and CI/CD practices.

Qualifications

• 2–10+ years of DevOps experience.
• Strong scripting in Bash, Ksh or Python.
• Experience with Azure, Docker, OpenShift and Kubernetes.
• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable cloud infrastructure and automate deployment pipelines.
• Streamline CI/CD pipelines to accelerate delivery and improve quality.
• Enhance system reliability, monitoring, and security practices.

Skills

Automation

Bash

Ksh

Python

Azure

Docker

OpenShift

Kubernetes

Unix/Linux

CI/CD

DevOps

Networking

Cybersecurity

Finance knowledge

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Helm

ArgoCD

Terraform

Ansible

SQL

Job description

Ready to build, automate, and transform the way technology is delivered?

We’re looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join an ambitious technology team and play a key role in driving innovation, automation, and operational excellence. You’ll be at the heart of building scalable cloud infrastructure, streamlining CI/CD pipelines, strengthening system reliability, and enabling development teams to deliver faster and more confidently.

If you’re someone who loves solving complex problems, thrives on automation, and enjoys turning great ideas into resilient, high-performing solutions, this could be your next exciting opportunity. You’ll have the chance to make a real impact, work with modern technologies, and help shape the future of a growing technology environment.

What we are looking for:

Strong background in automationStrong skills in Bash, Ksh or Python scriptingExperience with AzureExperience with Docker, OpenShift and/or KubernetesExperience with Unix/LinuxKnowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practicesKnowledge of networking and cybersecurity practicesA keen interest in financeStrong problem-solving skillsGood communication skills, maturity and the ability to work in a teamCollaboration - the nature of what we do requires us to huddle around whiteboardsdebate solutions with the team, and talk to each other often - this means that we all work together in person in the officeDepending on the level you apply for, anywhere between 2 and 10+ years of experience in DevOps

Nice-to-have:

Experience with Helm and ArgoCDDevSecOps experienceIaC experience with Terraform and/or AnsibleKnowledge of SQLIdeally, a degree in Computer Science or a related fieldPrevious experience in financial services, specifically credit and transactional products

Reference number for this position is GZ61508 which is a permanent position based in Rosebank offering a salary of R1.4m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability.