DevOps Engineer

 
A DevOps engineer works within the IT department and is responsible for implementing processes and systems according to a software’s lifecycle needs. The needs that often arise include coding, maintenance and updates. If you’re seeking a nrw adventure in your career or are interested in a DevOps career, you must know a few things about qualifying.

What is a DevOps Engineer?

A DevOps engineer handles tasks from coding to system administration, specialised DevOps toolchains and infrastructure management. The job function is relatively sparse and includes a variety of tasks that form under the IT generalist umbrella. Technical knowledge is vital to being successful as a DevOps engineer. However, interpersonal skills should not be overlooked. DevOps engineers often bridge the gap between workers and technology, encouraging a collaborative environment between teams who often work in silos.

 

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DevOps Engineer Job Description

DevOps Engineer Job Overview

DevOps Engineers combine their engineering and coding knowledge to oversee code releases, create and implement systems software, and analyse data. The ultimate goal of a DevOps engineer is to improve productivity in the workplace and deliver valuable services to their consumers. If you are considering a job as a DevOps engineer, then it would be beneficial to have a background in SysOps, IT Infrastructure, Operations Support or similar.

Responsibilities of a DevOps Engineer

  • Build software to integrate with internal back-end systems.
  • Work collaboratively by identifying and implementing DevOps/SysOps engineering best practices
  • Perform root cause analysis for production errors.
  • Create IT systems infrastructure architecture, standards and roadmaps.
  • Write and also maintain custom scripts to increase efficiency.
  • Collaborate with other engineers and technology functions to deliver secure and reliable solutions
  • Develop scripts to automate visualisation
  • Delegate your team’s workload based on available capacity and manage the expectations of stakeholders
  • Ensure platform uptimes are adhered to by using monitoring tools to automatically surface alerts
  • Create tools to reduce errors and improve customer experience.
  • Investigate and resolve technical issues

DevOps Engineer Skills & Qualifications

  • A BSc or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field
  • Experience with software engineering, civil engineering and customer experience
  • Skills as a DevOps Engineer or related software engineering role
  • Proficient with git and git workflows
  • Skills in developing engineering applications for large companies
  • Working knowledge of databases and SQL
  • Good understanding of Ruby or Python
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving attitude
  • Work collaboratively in a team

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DevOps Engineer Jobs currently open:

DevOps Engineer (Pickle Rick the Engineer)
Location: Stellenbosch
Salary:
Ready to add some tang to your tech career? Our client is brewing the future of IT, and they need a devops engineer to be the ultimate brine keeping their AI systems crisp and refreshing. No cucumbers allowed!
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DevOps Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary:
Join Our Team as a devops engineer! ?Are you ready to take your devops career to the next level? We’re looking for a passionate and skilled devops engineer to join our dynamic team in Bryanston! This is your chance to be part of a company that’s revolutionizing the way high-speed broadband connectivity reaches homes across the country.
3 days ago


Cloud Engineer - Senior DevOps Engineer
Location: Pretoria
Salary: Monthly
Our client in Pretoria is seeking a Senior devops (Cloud engineer) responsible for implementing, maintaining, and optimizing devops practices, architectures, and processes to align with business goals. The role focuses on enhancing automation, reliability, and efficiency in cloud environments while fostering continuous improvement.
4 days ago


DevOps Engineer: Red Hat Linux
Location: Midrand
Salary: 40000 Monthly
Our client in Midrand is urgently seeking a highly skilled devops engineer with expertise in Red Hat Linux to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in devops practices, automation, and system administration, with a focus on managing and optimizing Red Hat Linux environments. This is a permanent on site position.
4 days ago


Hybrid DevOps Engineer | Cape Town | 1.2 Mil CTC
Location: Cape Town
Salary: R1 200 000
A leading Payment and Fintech company in 50+ high-growth markets are looking for a devops engineer. They operate throughout Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Africa, and are part of one of the largest technology investors in the world which is redefining the way people buy and sell online for our 300.000+ merchants and millions of consumers. As a leadin...
6 days ago


DevOps Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
We require a devops engineer to play a crucial role in keeping our client's AI systems operating efficiently and reliably
7 days ago


Senior DevOps Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
10 days ago


DevOps Engineer
Location: Cape Town
Salary:
A Global International Defense company is seeking an devops  engineer to join their ranks. This exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing company is located in Cape Town and offers an exciting role in a niche industryCPT | Permanent | On-site | Salary negotiable 
11 days ago


DevOps Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: 600000 Annually
Join a forward-thinking company in the healthcare technology sector and become part of a collaborative and enthusiastic team responsible for supporting operating systems, business applications and supporting system applications. Ensure the optimal health of multiple and complex components to ensure the efficient and cost-effective delivery of services.
12 days ago


Cloud DevOps Engineer
Location: Johannesburg
Salary: Negotiable
We are searching for a Cloud devops engineer who specializes in managing, troubleshooting, and deploying solutions on Hyperscale platforms, cloud-based infrastructure, and services across leading cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role requires deep technical ex...
17 days ago