Senior DevOps Engineer

Job Purpose: Streamline software delivery and foster collaboration between development and operations through automation, continuous integration/deployment, and shared responsibility, leading to enhanced efficiency, improved quality, and faster innovation.

Functional Accountabilities

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for efficient and automated software delivery

• Develop and manage infrastructure as code (IaC) to provision, configure, and scale resources reliably

• Automate deployment, monitoring, and maintenance tasks using scripting and configuration management tools

• Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to integrate testing, security, and deployment processes

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize infrastructure for scalability and reliability

• Implement and maintain cloud infrastructure (AWS) and container orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

• Enforce security best practices, compliance standards, and disaster recovery strategies within infrastructure

• Maintain documentation for infrastructure setup, deployment procedures, and incident response protocols

• Continuously evaluate and adopt emerging tools, technologies, and methodologies to improve DevOps practices.

• Striving for Excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.

• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to shared team objectives.

• Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution.

• Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in software development, system administration, or IT operations

• Familiarity with scripting languages (Bash, Python) and basic automation techniques

• Experience with version control systems (Git) and understanding of CI/CD concepts

• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker)

• Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Helm

• Familiarity with configuration management tools.

• Basic networking, security best practices, and system monitoring skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts clearly

• Eagerness to learn new tools, technologies, and methodologies related to DevOps practices.

• COMPETENCIES

Working with Others:

• Fosters collaboration and removes obstacles that hinder teamwork.
• Offers advice and support in a sensitive and timely manner.
• Assumes clear responsibility for relevant tasks from the outset.
• Builds a robust network, including senior-level contacts, to facilitate activities and expand knowledge.
• Demonstrates the ability to negotiate and influence decision-makers at higher levels.
• Proactively coordinates with other departments, partners, and external stakeholders.

Adapting and Innovating:

• Drives improvements within own remit, adding value where possible

• Promotes adaptability among team members to achieve objectives

• Advocate new ideas that gain traction with senior colleagues.

• Accountability

• Takes ownership of tasks and meets deadlines consistently.

• Delivers outputs on time while adhering to cost and quality standards.

• Accepts responsibility for personal shortcomings and compliance requirements.

• Supports team members, oversees delegated assignments, and remains accountable.

• Respect for Diversity

• Works constructively with people from diverse backgrounds.

• Treats all individuals with dignity, respect, and equality.

• Considers different perspectives and demonstrates understanding in daily decisions.

• Reflects on personal biases to avoid stereotyping or discrimination.

• Adjusts systems and practices when biases are identified.

• Communicating with Others

• Conveys information confidently and credibly.

• Produces concise reports and documentation highlighting key insights.

• Tailors communication style to meet varied audience needs.

• Guides others on the most suitable communication methods and content.