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Cape Town: DevOps and Infrastructure Engineer – Cape Town posted by DataFin Recruitment

Job Description

About the Role

A leading Cloud Solutions company is seeking a DevOps and Infrastructure Engineer who will bridge the gap between code and customers. This hands-on specialist will own the end-to-end CI/CD lifecycle, manage their scaling Kubernetes environment, and ensure that “Push to Production” is a non-event. The successful candidate will empower a small development team by building and implementing the framework and controls that enable delivery efficiency while limiting risk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Pipeline Automation: Design, build, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Flux) to automate testing, security scanning, and deployment.
  • Kubernetes Orchestration: Manage and scale their production K8s clusters (On-Prem), ensuring high availability, resource optimization, and seamless deployment.
  • Release Management: Ensure that production releases are deployed in a manner that minimizes downtime.
  • Observability & Reliability: Implement deep-stack monitoring and alerting (Prometheus, Grafana, Loki) to proactively identify bottlenecks before they affect their customers.
  • Security, and Process Adherence: Establish, uphold, and enforce technical standards, established engineering methodologies (including CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code), and security protocols across the entire delivery lifecycle.
  • Contributing to software architecture planning
  • Participate in regular sprints meetings
  • Documentation: ensure system documentation, release notes, installation notes and user guides are created and maintained
  • Contributing to establishing process & refining/optimising operational processes
  • Assist in managing infrastructure components and hosting environments

Requirements

  • Formal tertiary qualification (Degree or diploma in Computer Science, IT or Engineering) or equivalent experience essential.
  • 5+ years of working development experience essential.
  • Project Life Cycle and software development methodologies essential.
  • Expert knowledge with Linux and Bash scripting essential.
  • Expert knowledge of Docker builds and maintaining a Kubernetes environment essential.
  • Strong working knowledge with CI/CD pipeline and related software preferable. They use GitHub Actions, Jenkins and Flux.
  • Working knowledge with Git / GitHub essential.
  • Working knowledge of IP Networking essential.
  • Working knowledge of Client/Server and integration technologies essential.
  • Experience with VoIP, WebRTC and other telecommunications standards preferable.
  • Ability to understand, troubleshoot and debug technical issues.

Qualifications

  • Formal tertiary qualification (Degree or diploma in Computer Science, IT or Engineering) or equivalent experience is required.

Salary & Benefits

Salary details are not specified.

How to Apply

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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape

The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.

The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.

The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.

To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.

Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.

Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.


This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.



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