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DevOps Engineer - Sandton

• In this exciting role, you'll be instrumental in driving innovation and efficiency through DevOps practices. You'll leverage your expertise in AWS and a range of cutting-edge technologies to automate deployments, streamline CI/CD pipelines, and ensure robust infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation (Cfn) templates and AWS CDK.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management with Ansible.
• Script automation tasks using Python.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using AWS DevOps tools like CodeDeploy, Lambda, Step Functions, and ECS.
• Design and implement containerization strategies using Kubernetes.
• Configure and manage strong network and security controls within the AWS environment.
• Collaborate with developers, traders, and security teams to deliver solutions and ensure a high level of service.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Proven experience in DevOps engineering with a strong focus on AWS.
• Expertise in CloudFormation and AWS CDK.
• Experience with Ansible for configuration management.
• Proficiency in Python scripting is ideal but experience in another back-end language is required (Java, Scala, Golang).
• Solid understanding of CI/CD principles and experience with AWS DevOps tools (CodeDeploy, Lambda, Step Functions, ECS).
• Experience with containerisation technologies (ideally Kubernetes).
• Strong network and security knowledge on AWS.

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• Join a global trading powerhouse at the cutting edge of the commodities trading space. You working with a global trading team to optimise CI/CD pipelines, and drive automation. This is your chance to thrive in an exciting, fast-paced environment, collaborating with world-class developers, traders, and technologists. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using CloudFormation and AWS CDK.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration with tools like Ansible.
• Develop robust automation scripts in Python and optionally other backend languages such as Golang, Java, or Scala.
• Design and implement scalable, secure CI/CD pipelines leveraging AWS DevOps tools (e.g., CodeDeploy, Lambda, Step Functions, ECS).
• Lead containerisation efforts with Kubernetes to support microservices architecture.
• Implement and enforce strong network and security practices across AWS environments.
• Collaborate closely with developers, traders, and cybersecurity experts to deliver resilient and scalable solutions.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer, ideally in a trading or financial services environment.
• Mastery of AWS services and tools, including CloudFormation and AWS CDK.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible for configuration management.
• Proficiency in Python, Golang, Java, or Scala is a bonus.
• Expertise in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines with AWS DevOps tools.
• Solid experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration.
• Strong networking and security acumen, particularly within AWS ecosystems.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.