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Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer

Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer

Discovery LimitedGauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
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About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

About Discovery Bank

We’re the world’s first behavioural bank, designed with our clients in mind. We haven’t changed just one thing, we’ve changed everything. Our main goal is to improve the financial health of our clients by helping change how they work with their money. Through Vitality Money, our clients will learn more about what it means to be financially healthy and get rewarded for managing their money well. If you are a problem solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, have the ability to change direction quickly when needed and love to dazzle your clients, Discovery Bank could be the place for you.

Job Purpose

The Infrastructure and Cloud Engineer will optimize the company's on-premise network as well as Cloud Services. The incumbent will deploy virtual applications on-prem and on cloud environments and provide VMware / Cloud services support. They should exhibit sound knowledge of VMware ESX, Cloud Services (Azure), and supporting technologies. An accomplished Infrastructure and Cloud engineer will be someone whose expertise results in the successful integration of on-premises and virtual / cloud products across multiple data centers.

Areas of responsibility

  • Administer and optimize VMware ESX environments.
  • Virtualize Windows and RHEL servers and manage clustering.
  • Deploy and support Citrix, MS IIS, and related infrastructure.
  • Implement patches, service packs, and security updates.
  • Troubleshoot SAN storage and related infrastructure.
  • Support backup and disaster recovery using tools like NetBackup.
  • Document infrastructure processes and maintain technical documentation.
  • Participate in incident, problem and change‑management procedures.
  • Provide technical support and document VMware processes.
  • Keep informed of developments in VMware technologies and products.

Cloud Services

  • Design and implement scalable cloud architecture using Azure services.
  • Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, and ARM templates.
  • Manage CI / CD pipelines and DevOps workflows using Azure DevOps.
  • Ensure cloud security and compliance with best practices.
  • Lead cloud migration and modernization projects.
  • Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
  • Monitor and optimize cloud performance using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
  • Interact with stakeholders and present technical solutions.
  • Stay up to date with new public cloud technologies and vendors.

    • Technical Skills

  • Technical support strategies and approaches.
  • Technical documentation creation and maintenance.
  • Incident Management and Problem Management procedures.
  • Change Management Procedures.
  • Troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of VMware associated programs.
  • Extensive knowledge of Cloud infrastructure and related technologies.
  • Proficiency in server operating systems such as Windows Server, RedHat Enterprise Linux, etc.
  • Proficient in SAN and network architecture.
  • Exceptional analytical and technical aptitude.
  • Great organizational, time management, and problem‑solving skills.

    • Education And Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Computer Programming, or similar.
  • VMWare Certified Professional (VCP) preferred.
  • At least 5 years’ experience as a VMware Administrator at enterprise level.
  • Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification preferred.
  • At least 5 years’ experience in Cloud computing.
  • Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and container orchestration.

    • Special Requirement

  • Availability to resolve urgent VMware / Cloud environment problems outside of business hours.

    • Seniority level

  • Associate

    • Employment type

  • Full‑time

    • Job function

  • Engineering and Information Technology

    • Employment Equity

    The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

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