DevOps Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Help in maintaining websites using CMS (Drupal and WordPress).
Design, implement and manage scalable infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible or CloudFormation.
Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the build, test and deployment processes.
Manage cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) to ensure high availability, scalability and security of services.
Implement robust monitoring, logging and alerting systems using tools like Prometheus, Grafana or ELK Stack to ensure optimal performance of applications and infrastructure.
Implement security best practices throughout the DevOps lifecycle including automated security testing and vulnerability management.
Write and maintain scripts in languages such as Python, Bash or PowerShell to automate routine tasks and processes.
Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all processes, configurations, and systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve incidents related to infrastructure, deployments and system performance to ensure minimal downtime.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
At least 2 years experience as a DevOps Engineer or a similar role.
Extensive knowledge of CMS platforms (Drupal, WordPress).
Knowledge of LEMP and MERN
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Strong experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
Proficiency in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
Experience with containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
Strong scripting skills in languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).
Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on automation and efficiency.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to hr@kenyans.co.ke before 6 September 2024.

Apply via :

hr@kenyans.co.ke