Senior DevOps Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, SA, seeks a Senior DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines for our applications. The role blends on-site collaboration with remote flexibility to support our growth.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in DevOps, hands-on cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP), and expertise in Docker, Kubernetes, and IaC tools, plus scripting in Python or Bash.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or System Administration.
• Proven experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Solid understanding of networking principles, security, and system monitoring.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, adept at working in a hybrid team setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and testing.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize application performance.
• Implement security best practices across the cloud environment and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical systems.
• Stay current with emerging DevOps tools and technologies.

Skills

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Python

Bash

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/ IT or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitLab CI

Azure DevOps

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing software company, is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to join their team in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA . This hybrid role focuses on designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines to support our scalable applications. You will play a critical role in automating deployment processes, enhancing system reliability, and optimizing cloud resource utilization. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in cloud platforms, containerization technologies, and infrastructure as code. This position offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborating closely with development and operations teams to ensure seamless software delivery. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver who is passionate about automation and operational excellence. You will be instrumental in building and scaling our cloud environments, ensuring high availability and performance. The role requires a blend of on-site collaboration with the core team and remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated application deployment and testing.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to automate infrastructure provisioning and management.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize application performance.
• Implement security best practices across the cloud environment and CI/CD pipelines.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure and processes.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical systems.
• Stay current with emerging DevOps tools and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in DevOps, Cloud Engineering, or System Administration.
• Proven experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Solid understanding of networking principles, security, and system monitoring.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, adept at working in a hybrid team setting.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a generous retirement plan. We provide ample opportunities for professional development, including certifications and training programs. Employees benefit from a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a balance between on-site collaboration and remote work. You will have access to modern office facilities and cutting-edge technology in Bloemfontein, Free State, ZA . We foster a dynamic and supportive work culture focused on continuous improvement and employee growth.