Job Description
About the Role
WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a leading long-term insurance provider to recruit a Release & DevOps Specialist. This critical role is focused on ensuring smooth, consistent, and high-quality software releases. You’ll serve as a key link between development, QA, and operationsdriving the delivery of scalable, production-grade software systems in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and own the software release calendar and coordination
- Plan, communicate, and document release processes across environments
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps
- Automate deployment processes across development, staging, and production
- Maintain parity between staging and production environments
- Implement rollback strategies and recovery processes
- Collaborate with IT and QA to ensure environments are secure and production-like
- Troubleshoot and resolve staging/production issues
- Provide visibility via dashboards and release readiness metrics
Requirements
- Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps
- Proficiency in automated deployments for .NET, Blazor, and SQL Server
- Expert knowledge of Git branching strategies
- Solid troubleshooting skills across code, configuration, and environments
- Familiarity with release/change management in enterprise settings
- High attention to detail and structured thinking
- Ownership mindset and collaborative working style
Qualifications
(No qualifications mentioned in the original job description)
Salary & Benefits
(No salary or benefits information mentioned in the original job description)
Nice to Have
- Experience with observability tools (e.g., Seq)
- Understanding of security protocols for deployment (secrets, IAM, access policies)
- Scripting knowledge (PowerShell, Bash, or Python)
- Containerisation and infrastructure automation experience
Whats On Offer
- High-impact DevOps role in a stable and long-standing company
- Hybrid working model (Bedfordview-based)
- Opportunity to shape release processes and improve deployment frequency
- Direct collaboration with development, QA, and IT
- Exposure to modern DevOps tools and enterprise standards
Company Culture
The client cultivates a mission-driven, member-centred culture rooted in empathy, reliability, and service excellence. Their teams operate with compassion at the core -ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and respected through every personal interaction. With a strong emphasis on operational integrity, efficiency, and clear communication, they aim to minimise friction during lifes most challenging moments. Internally, they uphold a culture of accountability, fairness, and trust, fostering a workplace where every team member is empowered to do meaningful work in service of others.
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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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