Senior DevOps Engineer - Scalable Platforms
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-26
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Systems Engineer, SRE/Site Reliability
Our client, a rapidly growing software development company, is looking for a seasoned Senior Dev Ops Engineer to join their dynamic team in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA . This role is crucial for building and maintaining scalable, reliable, and efficient infrastructure that supports the company's cutting-edge software products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with cloud platforms, containerization, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools.
This hybrid position offers a blend of on-site collaboration at our modern office and flexible remote work, fostering a productive and adaptable environment. You will play a pivotal role in enhancing our development and deployment processes, ensuring seamless delivery of high-quality software solutions. Your expertise will directly impact the performance and stability of our platforms.
- Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
- Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure high availability.
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to streamline the software development lifecycle.
- Implement and manage security best practices within the infrastructure and deployment pipelines.
- Automate operational tasks and continuously seek ways to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- A minimum of 6 years of experience in Dev Ops, SRE, or a related infrastructure engineering role.
- Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their core services.
- Strong proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and automation tools.
- Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, Git Lab CI, Azure Dev Ops).
- Solid understanding of networking, security principles, and monitoring tools.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities suitable for a hybrid work environment.
Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, retirement fund contributions, and ample opportunities for professional growth, training, and certifications. This hybrid role provides flexibility, allowing for a healthy work-life balance while working in Tembisa, Gauteng, ZA .
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