2,730 Devops jobs in Kenya

Company Description

Luxano is a specialized IT solutions provider known for its expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure automation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. Based in Canada, Luxano delivers secure, scalable, and efficient IT environments that adhere to the highest compliance standards. Our team excels in implementing technology solutions grounded in security-by-design, automation-first principles, and operational excellence, facilitating digital transformation for our clients.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a DevOps Engineer. The DevOps Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing infrastructure as code (IaC), automating infrastructure and application deployments, and maintaining continuous integration and delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. Day-to-day tasks also include system administration, troubleshooting, and ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of our IT environments.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Continuous Integration tools
• Experience in Software Development and System Administration
• Strong Linux system administration skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and remotely in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with cloud services and containerization technologies is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Position Summary

We are seeking a
DevOps Intern
with strong development skills to support and enhance the Fagi Errands platform. This role goes beyond a learning internship, you will actively manage deployments, optimize system performance, ensure app uptime, and contribute to backend improvements. As an intern, you will work as a core part of the engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage
  CI/CD pipelines
  to ensure smooth deployments of app updates.
• Optimize and maintain
  server infrastructure
  .
• Write and maintain automation scripts for builds, testing, and deployments.
• Monitor system performance, uptime, and error logs; provide quick fixes when issues arise.
• Implement
  security patches
  and assist in vulnerability testing.
• Collaborate with backend/frontend developers to resolve production issues.
• Set up and monitor
  cloud infrastructure
  .
• Maintain regular
  backups and disaster recovery processes
  .
• Document deployment processes, troubleshooting steps, and system changes.

About One Acre Fund
Founded in 2006, One Acre Fund equips 5.5 million smallholder farmers to make their farms more productive. Across nine countries that together are home to two-thirds of Africa's farmers, we provide high-quality farm supplies, tree seedlings, accessible credit, modern agronomic training, and a wide range of other agricultural services. On average, this model enables any farmer to increase their income and assets on supported land by more than 35 percent, while permanently improving their resilience. This is all made possible by our team of 9,000+ full-time staff, drawn from diverse backgrounds and professions.

To learn more, please see our Why Work Here blog post.

About The Role
Our passionate development team manages a range of web and mobile solutions to support our field operations, from registering millions of farmers and their orders, optimizing delivery truck loads and routes, tracking deliveries, collecting mobile payments, analyzing loan repayments.

Our technologies include C#, NodeJS, CouchBase, Python, Docker/Kubernetes, and our tooling landscape includes GitHub, JIRA, Slack, Azure DevOps.

You will report to the DevOps manager.

Responsibilities

• You will work with a team of about 5 engineers
• Operate a dozen applications our farmers depend on, making up ~200 containers
• Manage and automate our cloud infrastructure based on Kubernetes / Azure / Elasticsearch
• Manage a set of tools to support a smooth development cycle from commit to deployment
• Help shape our architecture decisions

Career Growth and Development

We have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing our people. You'll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You'll have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding long-term career.

Qualifications
Across all roles, these are the general qualifications we look for. For this role specifically, you will have:

• 5+ years in software development and 3 years of DevOps and or system administration
• High proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes
• Knowledge of CI / build and release tools (Github Actions or ArgoCD)
• Experience working with public Cloud platforms (Azure or AWS)
• Scripting Skills (BASH preferred, powershell/CMD fine)
• Basic knowledge of common application development frameworks (Experience with javascript, C#, Python, SQL or similar languages required)
• Alerting and log aggregation via ELK Stack
• Demonstrated knowledge in performance visibility tools

Preferred Start Date
As soon as possible

Job Location

Nairobi-Kenya, Kigali-Rwanda

Benefits
Health insurance, housing, and comprehensive benefits

Eligibility

One Acre Fund can support a work permit for this role. However, nationals of (or those with an extensive professional background and work history in) our countries of operation are preferred.

Application Deadline

8 October 2025. Please note that we hire on a rolling basis which means that applications are reviewed and processed on a continuous basis until a hire is made.

One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an address. Please report any suspicious communication here ),
but do not send applications or application materials to this email address.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI), and anti-racism are deeply connected to our organization's mission and purpose. One Acre Fund aspires to build a culture where all staff feel consistently valued, represented, and connected – so that our team can thrive as professionals, and achieve exceptional impact for the farmers we serve.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About the Opportunity

We're seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to architect and implement cloud infrastructure for a landmark government digital transformation project.

Location:
Remote

Contract Duration:
9 months (with potential extension)

Timezone:
UTC+3

Role Description

This is a contract remote role for a Senior Devops Engineer at Tailwind Solutions. The core responsibilities are infrastructure architecture, CI/CD implementation, security & compliance, monitoring & optimization, team collaboration.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

• 8+ years DevOps experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
• Expert-level Kubernetes knowledge including production operations
• Strong experience with IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash, Go)
• CI/CD pipeline expertise (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions)
• Container security and image management experience
• Essential Experience:
• Working with distributed development teams
• Cost optimization for cloud resources
• Disaster recovery and backup strategies

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Implement and manage containerization solutions (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance through monitoring and automation.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to foster DevOps culture.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for various operational tasks.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in DevOps, SRE, or a related role.
• Proven experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and IaC tools.
• Proficiency in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and configuration management tools.
• Solid understanding of networking, security, and system administration principles.
• Excellent scripting skills (Python, Bash) and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.
• Support the management and monitoring of cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Learn and apply scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate operational tasks.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to troubleshoot issues and implement solutions.
• Contribute to infrastructure as code initiatives using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving code quality and system reliability.
• Gain exposure to containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Assist in the documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose optimizations.
• Engage in learning and development activities to stay updated with the latest DevOps trends and tools.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
• Basic understanding of Linux/Unix operating systems.
• Familiarity with at least one scripting language (e.g., Python, Bash).
• An interest in cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus.
• Good problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong desire to learn and a proactive attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, essential for a remote setting.
• Exposure to version control systems like Git.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently.

• Design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, testing, and deployment of applications across various environments (dev, staging, production).
• Develop and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP) using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Implement and manage containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for scalable and resilient application deployment.
• Automate system administration tasks, configuration management, and operational processes using tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, proactively identifying and resolving issues.
• Implement and manage logging, monitoring, and alerting solutions (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Datadog).
• Collaborate closely with development and QA teams to ensure smooth integration and delivery of software.
• Develop and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery strategies.
• Ensure security best practices are implemented throughout the infrastructure lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide on-call support.
• Contribute to architectural decisions related to scalability, reliability, and performance.
• Stay current with emerging DevOps tools, technologies, and methodologies.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in DevOps, SRE, or a related infrastructure engineering role.
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and IaC tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
• Strong expertise in containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI, or Azure DevOps.
• Deep understanding of networking concepts, operating systems (Linux/Unix), and security principles.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, essential for effective remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, CKA) are a plus.