Deployment Manager

Remuneration:	R20000 - R35000 per month cost-to-company
Location:	Midrand
Education level:	Honours
Job level:	Mid
Own transport required:	Yes
Travel requirement:	Often
Type:	Permanent
Reference:	#FP169
Company:	Finding Personnel

Job title: Deployment engineer
Location: Midrand, Gauteng
Industry: Information technology and AI services
Salary / CTC: R20,000 – R35,000 (Depending on qualifications, experience, and current earnings)
Reporting to: General manager – AI and services

Job summary:

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced deployment engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will manage and execute deployment projects across various vendor platforms and technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless integration, configuration, and deployment of multi-vendor systems, ensuring they meet business needs and technical specifications.

Key responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and execute deployments of software, hardware, and network systems across multiple vendor platforms.
• Develop and maintain deployment plans, schedules, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve deployment issues promptly to minimise downtime and disruptions.
• Work closely with vendors to understand their systems, tools, and requirements.
• Coordinate with vendors to ensure compatibility and optimal performance of their solutions within our infrastructure.
• Manage vendor relationships to address any deployment-related concerns or issues.
• Implement and configure systems and applications from various vendors, ensuring they are properly integrated and functional.
• Provide technical support and guidance during the deployment process to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Stay updated with the latest technologies and best practices from multiple vendors.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of deployment processes, configurations, and system changes.
• Prepare and present deployment status reports and post-deployment reviews to stakeholders, ensuring all deployment activities are documented accurately and comply with organisational standards.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of systems and applications post-deployment to ensure they meet performance and functionality standards.
• Identify and address any issues or discrepancies discovered during testing.
• Collaborate with project managers, system administrators, and other IT professionals to ensure successful deployment projects.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors to align on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.

Experience and knowledge:

• Minimum of three to five years of experience in deployment engineering, systems integration, or a similar role involving multi-vendor environments.
• Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, Ansible) is advantageous.

Skills and education:

• Matric with mathematics is essential; a relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
• Vendor-specific association-level certification is an advantage (Huawei, Alcatel-Lucent, Ruckus, DELL, Nutanix, SuperMicro, etc.).
• Proficiency with deployment tools and technologies across various vendors.
• Strong understanding of networking, server configurations, and cloud technologies.
• Above-average computer literacy in MS Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in Linux and Windows environments.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Personal attributes and qualities:

• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to deployment emergencies outside of regular business hours as needed.
• Mature, outgoing, and positive individual.
• Self-managed, proactive, and takes accountability.
• Enjoys engaging with diverse people, including different cultures, religions, and belief systems.
• High level of energy, motivated, and driven.
• Good collaboration skills and ability to work as part of a team.

Compliance competencies:

• Perform all duties with integrity, adhering to the highest ethical standards and in compliance with all relevant legal, contractual, and other requirements as mandated by the company code of conduct.
• Stay updated with changes in applicable compliance obligations, controls, and measures relevant to the role.

Extras:

• Travel required: Yes
• Driver’s licence and vehicle: Yes
• Grooming: Must be well-groomed and present a positive corporate image.
• Languages: English

 

 

 

 

 

 

Posted on 15 Aug 08:54, Closing date 14 Oct