Job Description

Rhino Africa Safaris is Africa's leading luxury travel company, dedicated to creating unforgettable and life-changing journeys that connect guests to Africa in a way that inspires, transforms, and protects.



The DevOps Engineer is at the heart of Rhino Africa's innovation journey, acting as the architect and guardian of our digital foundations on AWS. You will collaborate to ensure a secure and scalable infrastructure that is a catalyst for our audacious and bold work.



This is a role that connects technology to humanity. By designing and managing our CI/CD pipelines, implementing monitoring, and strengthening security practices, you will ensure our systems are as resilient as the African continent itself. As we continue to lead in African travel, you will work hand-in-hand with our Tech team to go beyond just keeping the lights on.



You will explore and apply emerging technologies, particularly AI and intelligent automation, to enhance operational efficiency and delivery speed, helping us write the next chapter of our story.

What You'll Do:

Be part of transformative projects to strengthen Rhino Africa's cloud infrastructure, automate deployments, and enhance system reliability using cutting-edge DevOps practices on AWS. Drive innovation by integrating AI and intelligent automation to enable faster delivery, improved security, and smarter operations across the business. Ensure system reliability and availability by reducing unplanned downtime, conducting comprehensive cloud infrastructure audits, and managing all infrastructure as code (IaC). Build, update, and provide clear documentation for new and existing fully automated CI/CD pipelines. Develop and implement intuitive dashboards and alerts (using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or AWS solutions) to proactively manage system health and reduce alert noise. Provide effective support to our Technology teams, defining best practices and implementing self-service tools to optimise efficient workflow.

What We're Looking For:

A National Senior Certificate (Matric) A Degree or Diploma in Information Technology is a bonus 3+ years experience in DevOps, infrastructure, or software engineering Solid experience with AWS and IaC using the AWS CDK or Terraform Hands-on experience managing AWS environments, including core services and resource provisioning Experience with Docker and orchestration Strong proficiency in Linux system administration and operations Proficient in at least one programming language (e.g., Typescript, Python, PHP) Strong scripting skills for building automation, integrations, and environment management Deep knowledge of monitoring and observability tools A good understanding of database management (with a preference for MySQL) Strong problem-solving skills, analytical abilities, and a strong focus on attention to detail Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly A highly collaborative nature, with a track record of working effectively across teams An adaptable problem-solver who thrives in changing environments

Why Join Us?

Be part of a purpose-driven company shaping African travel, where Impact is why we exist, focusing on uplifting communities and protecting wildlife. Work with a passionate, experienced team that embraces Innovation to reimagine how we work. Contribute to a strong, client-centric culture where human connection thrives even in an AI-driven world. Join our Rhino Crash where we value diverse perspectives and foster an environment where everyone is encouraged to speak up to enrich our collective growth. Have the opportunity to be part of making dreams come true for our guests and leave a positive, lasting legacy on Africa.

Benefits

Earn an attractive basic salary, pension fund contribution and 20 days of paid vacation per year; When on-site, carry out your craft in gorgeous offices in the heart of Cape Town, the world's most beautiful city; Collaborate with a diverse and talented high-performance team; Explore Africa - To share our glorious continent with the crash, we offer each of our Rhinos exclusive access to the Roaming Rhinos online travel portal. With the keys to the kingdom you'll unlock travel deals for yourself, your family and your friends. You'll get to take advantage of rebates on activities, transport and accommodation, including our own Camissa House and Silvan Safari Lodge!

Please note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. A full will be shared with candidates who progress to the interview stage.

Rhino Africa Safaris is an equal opportunities employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference. Please note that this position is only available to SA citizens.



Apply now to be part of something extraordinary.