Cloud DevOps Engineer JHB

ENVIRONMENT:

An AgriTech Company is currently seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their team in managing the cloud infrastructure that powers their SaaS platform for the agricultural sector. With offices in Stellenbosch and Johannesburg they are looking for pragmatic results-driven individuals who take pride in creating solutions that deliver tangible this role you will collaborate closely with development and data teams to ensure seamless deployments continuous integration and optimal system reliability. Key responsibilities include automating processes improving scalability and ensuring applications remain high-performing and secure.

If you are passionate about building and maintaining robust infrastructure thrive on solving complex challenges and are committed to smooth operational delivery this opportunity is ideal for you.

DUTIES:

• Infrastructure Management: Design implement and manage infrastructure solutions using AWS services for scalability and reliability.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Build and maintain continuous integration and deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions or similar tools.
• Containerisation: Manage containerised applications using Docker ensuring consistency across environments (Nix and Windows).
• Deployment & Monitoring: Deploy applications on platforms like AWS Heroku and Kubernetes. Set up monitoring and alerting systems (e.g. Prometheus Grafana or CloudWatch).
• Automation: Automate repetitive tasks and processes reducing manual intervention and improving deployment efficiency.
• Security: Implement security best practices including setting up firewalls intrusion detection and system hardening.
• Performance Optimisation: Monitor system performance and work with the development team to improve the efficiency and scalability of applications.
• Database Management: Assist with RDS Postgres database management and help explore potential use of MongoDB or other NoSQL solutions.
• Backup & Recovery: Set up and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans for critical infrastructure.
• Collaboration: Work with developers to troubleshoot production issues implement fixes and ensure smooth code releases.
• Cloud Cost Optimisation: Analyse cloud infrastructure to identify opportunities for cost optimization.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure processes and configurations.

REQUIREMENTS:

Formal Qualifications

• Preferably a degree in Computer Science Mathematics Engineering Information Systems.
• Relevant AWS certifications a bonus.

Knowledge Skills & Experience

Technologies & Tools:

• Cloud Platforms: AWS Heroku and familiarity with services like ECS EC2 RDS S3 CloudFront and Lambda.
• Containerization: Proficiency with Docker and experience with orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
• CI/CD Tools: GitHub Actions Jenkins or other CI/CD tools.
• Monitoring Metrics & Alerting:Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g. Prometheus Grafana CloudWatch) including defining key metrics setting up dashboards and configuring alerts for system health and performance.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Experience with Terraform CloudFormation or Ansible.
• Database Management: Familiarity with RDS Postgres and potential NoSQL solutions like MongoDB.
• Version Control: Git/GitHub for source control and collaboration.
• Scripting Languages: Proficiency in Ruby Python Bash or similar scripting languages for automation.
• Systems Integration:Experience integrating disparate systems APIs and workflows that enable seamless automation and data flow across infrastructure and development tools.

Skills & Experience:

• Strong understanding of networking security and cloud infrastructure management.
• Experience managing high-availability scalable environments.
• Experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimise system performance.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Bonus points:

• Contributions to open-source DevOps tools or active participation in the DevOps community.
• Experience with hybrid cloud architectures.
• Previous experience in an AgTech or SaaS start-up environment.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Innovation-Driven: Embrace a culture of innovation and continuous learning where creativity and curiosity are encouraged.
• Collaborative Environment: Foster a team-centric environment where open communication mutual respect and shared goals are prioritised.
• Commitment to Excellence: Strive for high-quality outcomes with a focus on delivering value to the business and stakeholders.
• Integrity and Accountability: Maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct and take responsibility for the quality of work produced.

While we would really like to respond to every application should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

COMMENTS:

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