09/10/2024
good day, we are looking for a DevOps engineer.
Can you assist ?
*Job Description*: DevOps Engineer (AIX, DB2, SQL, GitLab)
*About the Role*
Our bespoke software development company, a newly formed joint venture with leading South African software companies, is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join our team and play a crucial role in establishing our infrastructure. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining our environments, integrating them with our CI/CD pipeline using GitLab, and migrating our current code to Microsoft Azure.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Design, build, and maintain our AIX environments, including DB2 and SQL databases.
* Integrate our environments with our GitLab CI/CD pipeline, automating deployment and testing processes.
* Migrate our existing codebase to Microsoft Azure, ensuring a seamless transition.
* Collaborate with development, testing, and operations teams to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
* Automate routine tasks using scripting languages (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell).
* Stay up-to-date with the latest DevOps technologies and best practices.
Required Skills and Experience
* Strong proficiency in AIX operating system administration, including package management, user management, and network configuration.
* Expertise in DB2 and SQL database administration, installation, configuration, and performance tuning.
* In-depth knowledge of GitLab CI/CD pipelines, runners, and configuration.
* Experience with scripting languages like Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
* Familiarity with Linux environments and infrastructure.
* Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills.
* A passion for automation and continuous improvement.
Preferred Skills
* Experience with cloud platforms, especially Microsoft Azure.
* Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
* Experience with configuration management tools (Ansible, Puppet, Chef).
About Us
As a newly formed joint venture, we are building a strong foundation by leveraging the expertise and resources of our partner companies. We are committed to delivering innovative software solutions and establishing a robust infrastructure to support our future growth. Your role as a DevOps Engineer will be instrumental in achieving these goals.
