Senior DevOps Engineer (CI/CD Specialist)

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible hybrid work

Health benefits

Learning and conference opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer in Bloemfontein for a hybrid role. You will design and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate deployments, and enhance scalability and reliability of cloud infrastructure.

The role requires hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, and IaC tools like Terraform/Ansible. You will collaborate with development and operations teams to improve deployment processes and security.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and operating CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands-on with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Deep knowledge of containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Python/PowerShell).
• Experience with infrastructure as code and config mgmt tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Strong networking and security fundamentals for cloud infra.
• Version control with Git and collaboration in hybrid teams.

Responsabilités

• Design, build, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate provisioning, configuration management, and deployments with Terraform/Ansible.
• Implement and manage Docker and Kubernetes containerization.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and scale systems.
• Develop and maintain IaC practices.
• Collaborate with dev teams to optimize build and deployment processes.
• Implement logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Ensure security and compliance of cloud infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex deployment issues.
• Champion DevOps best practices across the organization.

Connaissances

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Bash/Python scripting

Git

IaC (Terraform/Ansible)

Monitoring (Prometheus/Grafana)

Security basics

Outils

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK Stack

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic software development company with offices in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA , is seeking a highly experienced Senior DevOps Engineer . This role operates on a hybrid model, allowing for a balance of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility from our Bloemfontein location. You will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and maintaining our CI/CD pipelines, automating deployment processes, and enhancing the overall reliability and scalability of our infrastructure. This position requires a deep understanding of cloud technologies, containerization, and automation tools, along with a strong commitment to fostering a DevOps culture. You will work closely with development and operations teams to streamline workflows and ensure efficient software delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines for various applications and services.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and deployment processes using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or similar.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions for scalability and reliability.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.
• Collaborate with development teams to optimize build and deployment processes.
• Implement and manage logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Champion DevOps principles and best practices across the organization.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, with a strong focus on CI/CD implementation.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Expertise in containerization (Docker) and container orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and infrastructure automation.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, suitable for a hybrid work environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, CKA) are a plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a retirement savings plan. Benefit from a flexible hybrid work arrangement, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and attending industry conferences are provided. The role is based in our modern office in Bloemfontein , fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. We value teamwork, employee growth, and strive to create a supportive culture.