Senior DevOps Engineer

4 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Black Pen Recruitment Full time
Job Title: Senior DevOps Engineer

Black Pen Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to join our client's team. Our client is a US-based technology start-up that builds advanced open-source and enterprise data integration and analytics software for public health and development entities in low- and middle-income countries.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Senior DevOps Engineer to play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation, scalability, and security of our client's technology platform. The successful candidate will design, implement, and manage scalable, secure infrastructure across cloud, on-premises, and government environments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and implement scalable, secure infrastructure across cloud, on-premises, and government environments.
  • Optimize systems for performance, security, and growth using AWS, Ansible, and Terraform.
  • Lead the development of reliable, automated deployment tools to support our client's global platform.
  • Implement security best practices to protect infrastructure and data, especially in high-security environments.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards through regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and timely fixes.
  • Own system health and uptime by providing rapid, effective support for infrastructure issues.
  • Conduct root cause analysis, apply fixes, and implement preventive measures.
  • Proactively monitor systems to prevent bottlenecks or service disruptions, ensuring continuous service for clients.
  • Drive automation to improve deployment efficiency and consistency.
  • Optimize CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration and reliable, rapid deployments.
  • Lead efforts to reduce manual interventions, enhance scalability, and improve operational efficiency across engineering and product development.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Preferred: Master's degree in a relevant field or equivalent industry experience.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) or DevOps tools (Terraform, Ansible, Docker) are a strong plus.
  • 5+ years of experience as a DevOps Engineer, with a proven track record of managing and deploying infrastructure in complex environments.
  • 5+ years of experience with Python.
  • Hands-on experience with: Linux and advanced networking, Cloud services (AWS preferred), automation tools (Ansible, Terraform), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Managing CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and system monitoring.
  • Operating within fast-paced, dynamic startup environments, supporting teams remotely.
  • Preferred experience: Working with data and analytics products or tools, and exposure to working with governments, NGOs, or international organizations.
  • Proficient in cloud infrastructure management (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including provisioning, scaling, and securing cloud services.
  • Advanced expertise in automation and infrastructure-as-code using tools like Ansible, Terraform, and Jenkins.
  • Strong scripting skills in Python, Bash, or similar languages to develop automation scripts and manage infrastructure.
  • Deep understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Excellent understanding of networking, security practices, and VPN management in cloud and on-prem environments.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong collaboration skills, working effectively across remote teams and cross-functional groups.
  • Adaptable, capable of responding to rapidly changing priorities, and able to operate in a high-ambiguity environment.
  • Self-starter with the ability to independently manage tasks, make decisions, and drive initiatives to completion.


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