Kenyans.co.ke, Kenya’s premier digital media company, is seeking a skilled DevOps Engineer to join their dynamic team. This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of digital news delivery and technological innovation in East Africa.

About Kenyans.co.ke:

Kenyans.co.ke is dedicated to delivering the latest news, in-depth analysis, and compelling stories that matter to Kenyans. As a leader in the digital media landscape, the company is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to provide high-quality, timely content to its audience.

Position: DevOps Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Website Maintenance: Assist in maintaining websites using content management systems (CMS) such as Drupal and WordPress.

2. Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and manage scalable infrastructure using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.

3. CI/CD Pipeline Development: Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes, ensuring efficient software delivery.

4. Cloud Environment Management: Oversee cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) to ensure high availability, scalability, and security of services.

5. Monitoring and Logging: Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting systems using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack to ensure optimal performance of applications and infrastructure.

6. Security Implementation: Apply security best practices throughout the DevOps lifecycle, including automated security testing and vulnerability management.

7. Automation: Write and maintain scripts in languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell to automate routine tasks and processes.

8. Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain disaster recovery plans and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.

9. Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all processes, configurations, and systems.

10. Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve incidents related to infrastructure, deployments, and system performance to minimize downtime.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer or in a similar role.

• Extensive knowledge of CMS platforms, particularly Drupal and WordPress.

• Familiarity with LEMP and MERN stacks.

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

• Strong proficiency in CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).

• Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.

• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Solid scripting skills in Python, Bash, or PowerShell.

• Proficiency with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack).

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on automation and efficiency.

• Strong collaborative skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

• Outstanding communication and documentation abilities.

• Keen attention to detail and capacity to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms or DevOps practices.

• Experience working in a media or high-traffic website environment.

• Knowledge of web performance optimization techniques.

• Familiarity with SEO best practices and tools.

What Kenyans.co.ke Offers:

• Opportunity to work with a leading digital media company in Kenya.

• Chance to impact millions of readers with cutting-edge technology.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Kenyans.co.ke is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further stages of the recruitment process.