DevOps Engineer (Cloud & Automation) at Network IT, Cape Town
Network IT · Northern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape
Overview
Network IT is hiring a DevOps Engineer in Cape Town's Northern Suburbs for a permanent role. You'll work on cloud infrastructure, automation, and IoT solutions, building scalable systems and improving reliability. This is a great fit for someone with 2 to 5 years of experience who enjoys solving complex technical problems in a collaborative environment.
About the role
Network IT is looking for a DevOps Engineer to join a high performing engineering team working on cutting edge cloud technologies, automation frameworks, and IoT solutions. You will play a key role in building scalable infrastructure, improving system reliability, and supporting products that deliver real world impact across multiple industries.
This role combines infrastructure engineering, automation, monitoring, and security. You will take ownership of cloud infrastructure and platform services, ensuring optimal performance across environments while supporting advanced IoT and data driven solutions. You will work closely with development, quality assurance, and operational teams to improve delivery processes and drive automation initiatives.
Application note: If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain in their database for future opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (equivalent relevant qualifications and experience will be considered)
- 2 to 5 years of DevOps experience
- Experience managing cloud infrastructure and containerised environments
- Exposure to infrastructure automation and deployment pipelines
- Experience supporting production environments and resolving operational issues
- Database administration and design experience
- Strong Linux administration knowledge
- Proficiency in scripting using Bash, Python, or Node.js
- Experience with containerisation technologies
- Hands on experience with Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar automation tools
- Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Akamai, or Hetzner
- Experience with PostgreSQL and Timescale databases
- Monitoring and observability experience using tools such as Prometheus and Grafana
- Understanding of infrastructure security, compliance, and vulnerability management
- AWS DevOps Engineer or similar cloud certifications (advantageous)
- UI and UX exposure (advantageous)
- Experience working within quality management environments (advantageous)
Responsibilities
- Design, manage, and optimise cloud and container based environments
- Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines to support efficient software delivery
- Implement infrastructure security measures and vulnerability management processes
- Build and maintain monitoring, observability, and alerting solutions
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement preventative measures
- Support products and services throughout their lifecycle, including deployments and updates
- Collaborate with development, quality assurance, and operational teams to improve delivery processes
- Drive automation initiatives that enhance reliability, performance, and scalability
Job details
- Organisation
- Network IT
- Location
- Northern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (2+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- IT & Software Development
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
As a DevOps Engineer, you will be expected to show practical experience with cloud platforms and automation tools. Make sure your CV clearly lists the specific tools you have used, such as Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and any cloud certifications. In interviews, be ready to discuss real examples of how you have improved system reliability or automated processes. This role is with Network IT, a specialist recruitment agency, so your application will be handled professionally. If you do not hear back within two weeks, consider your application unsuccessful, but your profile will be kept on file for future roles. Keep your CV concise and tailored to the job requirements.
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