DevOps Engineer

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PBT Group is looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to join our team in Cape Town on a hybrid basis.   This role forms part of a technology team responsible for the development, management and support of key applications. The successful candidate will have strong AWS experience , together with solid expertise in CI\/CD, Infrastructure as Code, containerisation and automation.   Key Responsibilities Create, manage and enhance CI\/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and\/or Azure DevOps. Provision, manage and scale AWS cloud resources , using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Deploy and manage applications using Docker and Kubernetes (K8s) . Implement and maintain monitoring, logging and alerting solutions, including AWS services such as CloudWatch . Troubleshoot production issues, perform root-cause analysis and implement preventative measures. Automate application deployment and operational processes to improve reliability and efficiency. Apply DevSecOps principles throughout the development and deployment lifecycle, including access controls and vulnerability management. Work closely with Software Development, Infrastructure and Operations teams to ensure smooth and reliable software delivery. Contribute to technical solution design and application architecture where required. Support continuous improvement of development, deployment and operational processes.   Key Requirements Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role. Strong hands-on AWS experience is essential. Strong experience with CI\/CD pipelines , particularly GitHub Actions and\/or Azure DevOps. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code , preferably Terraform and\/or AWS CloudFormation. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes . Experience with cloud monitoring, logging and alerting, preferably AWS CloudWatch . Good understanding of DevOps and DevSecOps practices. Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills. Experience working across Development, Infrastructure and Operations teams. Strong problem-solving, collaboration and communication skills.   Advantageous AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional. AWS Certified Solutions Architect. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field. Experience within financial services or other enterprise technology environments.   Competencies Innovation and continuous improvement. Strong collaboration and teamwork. Flexible and adaptable approach. Client and service focused. Results driven with a strong sense of ownership. Ability to remain calm and solution-focused when dealing with production challenges.   Contract Details Location: Cape Town Work Model: Hybrid – 4 days per week in the office AWS: Essential   If you are a hands-on DevOps Engineer with strong AWS, CI\/CD, Terraform and containerisation experience, we would like to hear from you.