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Johannesburg: Junior DevOps Engineer (JHB Hybrid) posted by Datafin



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Junior DevOps Engineer (JHB Hybrid)IT – Software Development ~ IT – Infrastructure
Johannesburg – Gauteng – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
GAIN broad exposure to real infrastructure from on-prem hosting to Azure-based solutions working with an array of clients & projects as the next Junior DevOps Engineer wanted to join the team of a Boutique Software House. Youll play a key part in maintaining and improving a diverse range of infrastructure, from bare-metal servers hosted in data centres to cloud services running in Microsoft Azure. This role is perfect for someone with a solid understanding of server hosting and administration who enjoys hands-on troubleshooting and is eager to learn modern DevOps practices like Azure DevOps, cloud scaling, and CI/CD pipelines over time. Youll work across multiple client environments, each with unique requirements from hosting setups to database scaling so a willingness to learn, adapt, and tailor solutions per client is essential. Applicants will need a BSc in IT/Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent qualification) & strong foundational knowledge of Ubuntu Server, Windows, MySQL, MSQL, DNS.
DUTIES:
Server Administration –
  • Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot Ubuntu Server and Windows Server (2016/2019/2022).
  • Manage web hosting setups via Apache (Ubuntu) and IIS (Windows).
Database Management –
  • Install, configure, and maintain MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server databases.
  • Support clients with scaling or optimizing their database environments.
Infrastructure Support –
  • Handle bare-metal servers and virtualized/cloud environments.
  • Respond to downtime alerts and system failures, including disk/storage issues, service crashes, and resource bottlenecks.
  • Monitor server performance and assist with backups, recovery, and capacity planning.
Troubleshooting & Incident Response –
  • Use SSH, PowerShell, and other terminal tools to diagnose and resolve issues.
  • Apply critical thinking to investigate problems calmly and methodically.
Client-focused Infrastructure Management –
  • Understand each clients unique setup and hosting requirements.
  • Assist with infrastructure changes such as new server deployments, resource scaling, and system upgrades.
  • Provide informed recommendations to improve stability and performance.
Monitoring & Reporting –
  • Support and respond to alerts from tools like Zabbix, Grafana, or Cloudflare.
Documentation –
  • Maintain clear records of configuration changes, incidents, and resolutions.
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications
  • BSc in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent qualification).
  • Certifications (Beneficial to the position):
    • Microsoft (MCSA, AZ-104)
    • CompTIA (Server+, Network+, Linux+)
Experience/Skills
  • 23 Years of hands-on experience in a server administration or DevOps-related role OR a recent Graduate with strong internship or practical exposure to similar environments.
Strong foundational knowledge of:
  • Ubuntu Server administration.
  • Windows Server (IIS setup, roles & features).
  • Apache hosting.
  • MySQL & MSSQL database management.
  • Networking basics: DNS, ports, IP addressing, firewalls.
  • Proficiency in SSH, PowerShell, and command-line tools.
  • Understanding of disk arrays (RAID), storage health, and server performance tuning.
  • Good documentation and communication skills.
  • A calm, critical troubleshooting mindset.
Nice to haves
  • Exposure to Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, basic CI/CD).
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud environments.
  • Experience with monitoring solutions (Grafana, Zabbix, Cloudflare Analytics).
  • Understanding of source control (Git).
  • Willingness to adopt modern DevOps practices over time.
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Enjoy solving real-world technical problems.
  • Comfortable working with servers (not just cloud dashboards).
  • Can adapt to different client environments and tailor your approach.
  • Have a curious mindset and want to grow into a cloud-focused DevOps role.
  • Value stability, documentation, and continuous improvement.
  • Values a company where you can grow with and have a long-term path.
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