Overview
Azure Engineer Jobs in Cape Town at Anthesis Group
Description
About Anthesis
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.
At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.
Summary of Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Infrastructure Engineer to build, configure, administer, and support a wide range of Azure infrastructure technologies and solutions. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, familiarity with modern DevOps patterns, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a global team to build and maintain secure, optimized, and user-focused cloud services. This will report to the Infrastructure & Operations Lead, and with work closely with the IT & Digital Teams.
Key Responsibilities
Infrastructure Design & Implementation:
Build, configure, and support infrastructure technologies including computing, storage, networking, virtual infrastructure, and software solutions using commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and open-source packages in cloud computing environments (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
Translate logical designs into physical designs and produce detailed technical documentation using required standards and tools, including prototyping where appropriate
Design systems that balance business needs with technical complexity, risk, and maintainability
Service Delivery & Problem Management:
Own and manage issues until resolution or transferred to a new owner
Coordinate the investigation of problems, implement solutions, and deploy preventive measures
Analyse and assess the impact of incidents, develop change requests, and implement changes
Diagnose and prioritize incidents, identify root causes, and implement resolutions
Security & Compliance:
Demonstrate an understanding of information security principles and apply appropriate security controls to mitigate threats
Maintain secure configurations, control IT assets, and verify the location and state of critical components
Standards & Best Practices:
Apply and promote a modern DevOps approach to infrastructure management
Identify and contribute to process optimization opportunities
Ensure effective documentation of work and adherence to industry best practices
Technical Support & Maintenance:
Assist in the design and support of components for larger systems.
Build and test simple interfaces between systems and work on complex integrations as part of a wider team.
Use management system software and tools to collect performance statistics, investigate issues, and create reports.
Perform routine configuration, installation, and reconfiguration of databases and related products, optimizing performance and forecasting resource needs.
Execute test scripts under supervision and understand the role of testing in the development lifecycle.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Essential:
In-depth knowledge of ITIL lifecycle or capability elements
Demonstrable knowledge of modern DevOps principles and patterns
Demonstrable experience of Azure and Linux
Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to break down problems to diagnose root causes
Effective collaboration skills and ability to work as part of a global team
Ability to maintain secure configurations and asset control
Capability to build, test, and maintain system interfaces
Proficient in managing and optimizing database systems and related tools
English language
Desirable:
Spanish language
AZ-104 LPIC Essentials
Benefits
You will be part of the South African branch of Anthesis. You will have the opportunity to put the company on the map and play a major role in this. We offer a competitive salary, medical aid and public transport allowance, subsidised meals, gym membership as well as life insurance and disability cover. In addition, up to 23 days of vacation and opportunities to develop yourself further.
We work from the trendy Kloof Street in Cape Town; the buzzy area of Rosebank in Johannesburg and the laid-back vibe of Ballito near Durban. All our three offices in South Africa are situated at Workshop17 – the address for innovative and cutting-edge companies. Easy to reach, great coffee, and an ideal place to meet people.
About Anthesis Group
Our commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce
Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.
We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
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Title: Azure Engineer
Company: Anthesis Group
Location: Cape Town
