DevOps Engineer

Raising The Village’s PEAL department is seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join our growing team. 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.

• 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.