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Senior DevOps Engineer

Full Time Opportunity

Overview


We are currently seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer who will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless operation, scalability, and security of our technology platform.

Responsibilities


  1. Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure infrastructure across cloud, on-premises, and government environments.
  2. Optimize systems for performance, security, and growth using AWS, Ansible, and Terraform.
  3. Lead the development of reliable, automated deployment tools to support Zenysis’s global platform.
  4. Implement security best practices to protect infrastructure and data, especially in high-security environments.
  5. Ensure compliance with industry standards through regular audits, vulnerability assessments, and timely fixes.
  6. Own system health and uptime by providing rapid, effective support for infrastructure issues.
  7. Conduct root cause analysis, apply fixes, and implement preventive measures.
  8. Proactively monitor systems to prevent bottlenecks or service disruptions, ensuring continuous service for clients.
  9. Drive automation to improve deployment efficiency and consistency.
  10. Optimize CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration and reliable, rapid deployments.
  11. Lead efforts to reduce manual interventions, enhance scalability, and improve operational efficiency across engineering and product development.
  12. Work closely with product, engineering, and data teams to align infrastructure with business goals.
  13. Provide strategic input on infrastructure needs during product development and planning discussions to support long-term platform and client requirements.

Experience


  • Minimum of 5 years as a DevOps Engineer managing and deploying infrastructure in complex environments.
  • Hands-on experience with Linux and advanced networking.
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS preferred), automation tools (Ansible, Terraform), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Managing CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and system monitoring.
  • Operating within fast-paced, dynamic startup environments and supporting teams remotely.
  • Preferred experience working with data and analytics products or tools, and exposure to working with governments, NGOs, or international organizations.

Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent industry experience.
  • Relevant certifications in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP) or DevOps tools (Terraform, Ansible, Docker) are a strong plus.

Tools & Technologies


  • AWS
  • Azure
  • GCP
  • Ansible
  • Terraform
  • Docker
  • Kubernetes
  • Jenkins
  • Python
  • Bash
South Africa
Expected Salary

120 00 ZAR p/m

Work Policy

Remote

Team

Engineering

Interview Process

  1. Intro Call
  2. Take home technical assessment
  3. Technical discussion with team
  4. Culture Fit
  5. Offer

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