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Platform Engineer / Lead Dev Ops Engineer

Platform Engineer / Lead Dev Ops Engineer

DeARX Services LtdZA
24 days ago
Job description

Job title : Platform Engineer / Lead Dev Ops Engineer

Job Location : Gauteng, Jagersfontein Deadline : August 29, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Overview

  • We are seeking a skilled and proactive DevOps / Platform Engineer to join our team as part of a strategic transformation initiative. This is a contract-to-permanent opportunity offering the chance to play a pivotal role in modernizing our infrastructure and technology landscape.
  • As we roll out a major systems and infrastructure change program, you will support the setup, configuration, and maintenance of new technologies, working closely with internal stakeholders to ensure stability, scalability, and continuity.
  • What You will Do

  • Support the rollout of new infrastructure, systems, and security technologies.
  • Install, configure, and maintain Linux-based systems and cloud infrastructure.
  • Work with APIs, TLS certificates, DNS, and load balancers to ensure seamless networking and security.
  • Collaborate with the IS Ops Manager to enhance operational stability and business continuity.
  • Introduce and maintain CI / CD pipelines and automation using modern DevOps practices.
  • Act as a technical lead, supporting less experienced staff and ensuring knowledge transfer to the internal team.
  • Ensure compliance with best practices and internal security protocols.
  • What Were Looking For

  • 5+ years experience in a DevOps, Platform Engineering, or Infrastructure role.
  • Strong Linux systems administration background.
  • Solid understanding of networking (DNS, TLS, Load Balancing, Firewalls).
  • Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.).
  • Comfortable with CI / CD pipelines and automation tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI, etc.).
  • Strong scripting skills (e.g., Bash, Python).
  • Collaborative team player with strong documentation and communication skills.
  • Nice to Have

  • Exposure to Kubernetes or container orchestration
  • Experience in highly regulated environments (finance, insurance, etc.)
  • Knowledge of legacy-to-modern migration strategies
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