Senior DevOps Engineer - CI/CD Pipelines

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to enhance their development and operations capabilities in Bloemfontein . This role is essential for building and maintaining robust, automated CI/CD pipelines that enable rapid and reliable software delivery. You will work closely with development and QA teams to streamline the software development lifecycle, improve deployment processes, and ensure the stability and scalability of production environments. This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to drive operational excellence and implement cutting-edge DevOps practices within a supportive and innovative company culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage automated CI/CD pipelines for building, testing, and deploying applications across various environments.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or Ansible to automate environment provisioning and management.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes for scalable application deployment.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot production issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Collaborate with software development teams to optimize development workflows and accelerate release cycles.
• Establish and enforce best practices for security, compliance, and operational excellence in the cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in DevOps, System Administration, or Software Engineering with a focus on automation.
• Proven experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar.
• Strong proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and scripting languages (Python, Bash).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong communication skills for effective cross-team collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Extensive opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between office and remote work.