IT Infrastructure and Deployment Engineer - Remote

The successful candidate will manage Linux-based environments, oversee deployments of the companys platform into customer infrastructure, maintain PostgreSQL databases (including replication), and ensure security and reliability of production systems. This role blends hands‑on systems administration, secure software rollout, and operational leadership ideal for someone ready to own IT end‑to‑end in a technical, fast‑paced environment. Candidates must be based in Cape Town or Johannesburg surrounding areas and be able to support occasional hybrid / on‑site activities if required.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and maintain IT infrastructure, virtualized servers, and internal systems.
• Oversee deployment and upgrades of the companys platform across customer environments.
• Maintain PostgreSQL databases, replication, and system backups.
• Lead cybersecurity efforts : patching, vulnerability management, and hardening.
• Support release management for daily, weekly, and sprint deployments.
• Provide IT support, documentation, and ensure operational continuity.

Requirements

Education

Additional requirements

Systems Engineer

IT Systems Administrator

DevOps Engineer

IT Infrastructure Architect

Platform Deployment Engineer

Linux Systems Engineer

Cybersecurity Engineer