DevOps Engineer
Raising The Village | Post type: jobs February 26, 2024 - Deadline 30/11/-0001 | NumberOfPosition [0]

Raising The Village Overview

Raising The Village exists because we believe that together we can find straightforward solutions to complex problems of inequality. Together, we can achieve what is impossible alone. Our story is borne as a result of two deep convictions: ultra poverty is the worst form of inequality in our world; we have the opportunity to end ultra poverty in our generation.

Job title: DevOps Engineer

Location: Kigali

Supervisor: Assistant PEAL Manager - Software Development

Years of Experience: 3+ years

Department: Planning Learning & Evaluation

Travel Required: 10%

Job Description:

Raising The Village's PEAL department is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our team in Kigali, Rwanda. The DevOps Engineer will play a crucial role in supporting the deployment and localization of our project management applications on local data centers and other cloud service provider platforms. This individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment, configuration, monitoring, and optimization of our applications.

Responsibilities:

Deploy and configure project management applications and related infrastructure components on local data centers and other cloud service provider platforms.
Collaborate with software development teams to automate deployment processes and implement CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of the project management applications through effective monitoring, optimization, and capacity planning.
Implement localization strategies to customize the applications based on specific requirements and preferences of users in Rwanda and other target regions.
Maintain and enhance infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to manage cloud resources efficiently.
Collaborate with Software Engineering, IT and security teams to ensure compliance with security policies, data protection regulations, and best practices.
Troubleshoot issues related to deployment, performance, and localization, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
Document deployment processes, configurations, and best practices to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure reproducibility.
Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in DevOps, cloud computing, and localization to drive continuous improvement.
Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders as needed.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology.
Proven experience as a DevOps Engineer or similar role, with a focus on deployment, configuration, and optimization of applications in cloud environments.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Proficiency in scripting and automation using languages like Python, Shell, or PowerShell.
Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Travis CI) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
Strong understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools is a plus.

Personal Qualities

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Resilience and a determination to?succeed
Independent thinker with a growth mindset
Must be?passionate,?self-motivated,?and able to learn quickly.?
Strong sense of integrity.??
Personal values that match our organization's values.

Application link: Click here

Application deadline: 1st March 2024

Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage female candidates to apply.

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