Senior DevOps Engineer

Games Global Operations Limited; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Games Global is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to automate, optimize and maintain our cloud-based infrastructure, collaborating with software teams to integrate Git, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS), Fargate, and Helm into CI/CD pipelines.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years' experience, strong scripting, security awareness, and the ability to work independently within a collaborative team; knowledge of IaC like Terraform or CloudFormation is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Systems Administration, Cloud Engineering, or Software Development.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines and automation processes.
• Strong hands-on experience with Git, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS), AWS Fargate, and Helm.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for custom-developed applications using Git, Jenkins, and other DevOps tools to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Deploy, automate, and maintain cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments, ensuring scalability, high availability, performance, and resilience.
• Manage and optimize containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS), supporting seamless application deployment and scaling.
• Develop and maintain Helm charts to streamline Kubernetes application deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management.

Skills

Git

AWS

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes (EKS)

AWS Fargate

Helm

CI/CD pipelines

Scripting (Bash/Python)

Security best practices

Tools

Terraform

AWS CloudFormation

Job description

Overview

At Games Global, we are at the forefront of innovation in the gaming and entertainment industry. With a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, we strive to create unmatched experiences for our clients. We are looking for a passionate individual to join our dynamic team and help us build the next generation of innovative products and solutions.As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you will play a crucial role in automating, optimizing, and maintaining our cloud-based infrastructure to ensure the highest levels of performance and availability. You will collaborate closely with our software development teams to integrate various technologies, including Git, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS), Fargate, and Helm, into our CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for custom-developed applications using Git, Jenkins, and other DevOps tools to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Deploy, automate, and maintain cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure environments, ensuring scalability, high availability, performance, and resilience.
• Manage and optimize containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes (EKS), supporting seamless application deployment and scaling.
• Utilize AWS Fargate to deploy and manage serverless container workloads, improving operational efficiency and reducing infrastructure overhead.
• Develop and maintain Helm charts to streamline Kubernetes application deployment, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Implement and enforce security best practices across cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines, including vulnerability management, compliance monitoring, and security audits.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize applications and infrastructure, leveraging automation and proactive alerting to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
• Collaborate with development, architecture, and operations teams to promote DevOps best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and operational processes using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools.
• Support platform reliability, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies to ensure service availability and resilience.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures to support effective knowledge sharing and governance.
• Stay up to date with emerging cloud, DevOps, and automation technologies, recommending and implementing improvements where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in DevOps, Systems Administration, Cloud Engineering, or Software Development.
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing CI/CD pipelines and automation processes.
• Strong hands-on experience with Git, AWS, Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (EKS), AWS Fargate, and Helm.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using Bash, Python, or similar scripting languages.
• Solid understanding of AWS networking, including VPCs, Transit Gateways, Route 53, Security Groups, and Load Balancers.
• Strong knowledge of networking protocols and services, including HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, DNS, and TCP/IP.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure provisioning, deployment, and management.
• Familiarity with database administration, performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Experience implementing security best practices, compliance controls, and vulnerability management in cloud and containerized environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation is advantageous.
• Relevant AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, or DevOps certifications are advantageous.

Preferred Skills

Experience in the casino or gaming industry is highly advantageous but not compulsory.

Why Join Us?

Games Global offers a vibrant and inclusive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and a
chance to be a part of an innovative team shaping the future of iGaming. We offer competitive
compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a work environment that encourages creativity and
collaboration.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Games Global is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, neurodiversity or any other protected status. Our dedication to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion is clearly reflected across all our teams. Join us, and be a part of an organisation that is truly committed to creating a level playing field for everyone.

Kindly be aware that in order to be employed at Games Global, you need to be 18 years of age or older, in accordance with our industry requirements.