Senior DevOps Engineer

Gathern

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.

• 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.