Job Description
About the Role
Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a highly skilled DevOps engineer to join their team. As a key member of the development process, you will be responsible for deploying product updates and managing releases of solutions, identifying production issues, and implementing integrations between technologies that assist the software development team and meet customer needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement new development tools and infrastructure.
- Understand stakeholder needs and effectively communicate them to development teams.
- Identify and implement strategies to automate and improve development, testing, and release processes.
- Support testing analysts by examining code and analyzing test results.
- Ensure the security and safety of systems against cybersecurity threats.
- Identify technical problems and develop solutions through software updates, fixes, or the integration of new technologies.
- Collaborate with software developers and Operations specialists to ensure adherence to established development processes and intended functionality.
- Participate in project planning and contribute to project management decisions.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar software engineering role.
- Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a relevant field (Advantageous).
- Experience deploying updates and fixes, and providing Level 2 technical support.
- Proven ability to build tools to reduce the occurrence of errors and improve customer experience.
- Experience developing software to integrate with internal back-end systems.
- Proficient in performing root cause analysis of production errors and resolving technical issues.
- Experience developing scripts to automate visualization.
- Demonstrated ability to design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Experience with source control systems such as Bitbucket, Git, or GitHub.
- Working knowledge of databases and SQL.
- Experience with test automation tools such as Cypress, Selenium, and JUnit.
- Excellent experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
- Excellent experience with Jenkins.
- Strong problem-solving attitude.
Qualifications
No formal education/certifications are mentioned in the original job description. Therefore, this section will be skipped.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience is mentioned in the original job description.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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