Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Site Reliability Engineer to support and enhance hybrid AWS cloud environments, preferably within PCI-DSS compliant financial services environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in infrastructure automation, CI/CD implementation, observability, reliability engineering, and platform engineering practices across the organisation.
This is a hybrid role, based in Johannesburg.
What you’ll do:
- Hands on work experience in a hybrid (AWS) cloud environment preferably in the financial sector with PCI-DSS compliant systems.
- Implementing CI/CD pipeline automation across functional areas
- AWS workload automation (provisioning infrastructure and custom software configuration rollout)
- Implementing Observability for hybrid cloud-based environments
- Strong understanding of networking principles and protocols
- Troubleshooting low latency & Java based applications in a SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) context
- Familiarity/applying Platform Engineering principles and practices
- Understanding of the AWS Well-Architected Framework and practices
Your expertise:
- Must have at least 8 years hands-on experience in a DevOps role within a hybrid AWS cloud environment
- Experience in PCI-DSS compliant systems (preferably within the financial sector)
- Strong understanding of networking principles and protocols
- Experience implementing CI/CD automation pipelines
- Experience with workload automation and infrastructure provisioning
- Experience implementing observability in cloud and hybrid environments
- Experience troubleshooting low-latency and Java-based applications
- Practical application of Platform Engineering principles
- Strong understanding of AWS Well-Architected Framework
Technology and Tooling:
Essential:
- AWS Services: EC2, RDS (Postgres & Oracle EE), EBS, EKS, ECS, Load Balancing, Secrets Manager, KMS, Service Catalog
- AWS CDK
- Observability tooling: AWS CloudWatch, Splunk / AppDynamics, ELK
- CI/CD platforms (e.g., Harness, Azure DevOps, GitLab or equivalent)
- Operating Systems: Linux and Windows Server
Preferred:
- Python scripting
- AWS CloudFormation
- Ansible
- Bash scripting
Optional:
- Zabbix monitoring
- Keycloak
- ActiveMQ
- WebLogic 14c
- Nginx
Certifications: (Beneficial)
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator (CloudOps Engineer)
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate
Why work for us?
Want to work for an organisation that solves complex real-world problems with innovative software solutions? At iOCO, we believe anything is possible with modern technology, software, and development expertise. We are continuously pushing the boundaries of innovative solutions across multiple industries using an array of technologies.?
You will be part of a consultancy, working with some of the most knowledgeable minds in the industry on interesting solutions across different business domains.?
Our culture of continuous learning will ensure that you will have all the opportunities, tools, and support to hone and grow your craft.?
How to Apply
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About Other Finance/Accounting Jobs in Gauteng
The finance and accounting sector is a significant contributor to the economy of Gauteng, South Africa, providing numerous opportunities for professionals looking to advance their careers. With major financial institutions, banks, and multinational corporations based in the province, there is a high demand for skilled finance and accounting professionals.
Salary ranges in Gauteng are generally in line with national averages, but can vary depending on factors such as industry, company size, and level of experience. According to recent job postings, average salary ranges for finance and accounting positions in Gauteng include:
R250 000 – R350 000 per annum for junior finance professionals
R400 000 – R600 000 per annum for experienced accountants
R700 000 – R1 200 000 per annum for senior finance managers
Key skills required for success in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Financial planning and analysis
Accounting standards and compliance (e.g. IFRS)
Data analytics and reporting
Communication and interpersonal skills
Budgeting and forecasting
Risk management
Business acumen and strategic thinking
Major employers in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng include:
Standard Bank, one of South Africa’s largest banks, with its headquarters located in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Multinational corporations such as IBM, which has a significant presence in the province, and Unilever, a leading consumer goods company.
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), which is also based in the province and provides opportunities for finance professionals to work in investment banking and stockbroking.
Career growth opportunities are available in the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng, with many companies investing in training and development programs to support their employees’ career progression. Senior finance managers can move into executive roles, while experienced accountants can take on leadership positions or start their own businesses. Additionally, the JSE offers a range of training programs and certifications for finance professionals, such as the Certified Financial Analyst (CFA) program.
Overall, the finance and accounting sector in Gauteng presents numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, with a high demand for skilled professionals and competitive salary ranges.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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