DevOps Engineer
FirstRand Corporate Centre.com
Office
2 First Place, Cnr Simmonds & Pritchard Streets, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
Full Time
Job Description
To lead the automation of processes between software development and IT teams to enable continuous delivery through designing, developing, testing, and releasing software frequently, faster, and more reliably in an agile environment.To enable the continuous delivery of designing, developing, testing, and releasing software frequently, faster and more reliably using Lean Thinking. To ensure continuous improvement and collaboration between development, testing and operations teams.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced DevOps Engineer to join our Infrastructure & Systems Support team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and optimizing on-premise Linux environments, with a specific focus on Kubernetes, Docker, and Rancher platforms. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer and maintain on-premise Linux systems, primarily based on Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Oversee the deployment, configuration, and performance optimization of Kubernetes clusters and Docker containers.
- Manage and maintain Rancher environments to support container orchestration and scalability.
- Provide technical support and query resolution for system-related issues to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Collaborate closely with the development team to support testing, continuous integration, and deployment processes.
- Work in partnership with the Infrastructure & Systems Support (I&SS) team to ensure seamless network and infrastructure integration.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts using Bash (Python proficiency will be advantageous).
- Continuously assess and enhance system performance, security, and reliability.
Qualifications And Experience
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years' experience in a system administration or DevOps role
- Minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience working with Kubernetes in production environments.
- Proven experience in Linux administration, particularly Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
- Strong proficiency in Bash scripting.
- In-depth knowledge of Rancher and Docker containerization.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and optimize system performance.
- Experience with Python or any other scripting language would be beneficial.
- Familiarity with automation and configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Jenkins).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or any related field
- RHCSA or RHCE certification (highly beneficial).
- Kubernetes, Docker, or Rancher certifications.
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Job Details
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
27/10/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.