Lead DevOps Engineer - Telecoms

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking telecommunications company, is seeking a highly experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to spearhead their infrastructure automation and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) efforts. This role is critical for building and maintaining robust, scalable, and efficient systems that support our cutting-edge telecommunications services. You will lead a team of skilled DevOps engineers, architecting and implementing solutions that enhance development velocity, system reliability, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP), containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our technical operations, drive innovation in our development processes, and work with a talented, collaborative team in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**. The position offers the chance to shape critical infrastructure and foster a culture of automation and high performance. You will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of our telecommunication solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and management of CI/CD pipelines for rapid and reliable software delivery.
• Architect, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using best practices in IaC (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Oversee the implementation and management of container orchestration platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker Swarm).
• Develop and maintain robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems to ensure system health and performance.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and deployment processes.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and deployment issues.
• Ensure the security and compliance of cloud infrastructure and deployment pipelines.
• Mentor and guide junior DevOps engineers, fostering technical growth and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend new DevOps tools and technologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the overall strategy and roadmap for DevOps practices within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or system engineering roles.
• Proven experience leading DevOps teams and initiatives.
• Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their services.
• Strong expertise in containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency with infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Solid understanding of scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python) and system administration (Linux/Unix).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in the telecommunications industry is a significant plus.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package, including excellent health insurance, retirement contributions, and generous paid time off. Employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities, including access to training, conferences, and certifications. This role in **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA** offers a unique opportunity to lead critical infrastructure projects and contribute to the technological advancement of a leading telecommunications provider. We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment, with opportunities for growth and impact. This is an ideal position for an experienced DevOps leader seeking to drive significant change.