Remote Junior Cloud Engineer
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-20
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, AWS, Azure
Our client, a rapidly scaling cloud services provider, is seeking a talented and ambitious Remote Junior Cloud Engineer to join their fully remote technical team. This role is perfect for individuals with a foundational understanding of cloud technologies who are eager to specialize and grow in a dynamic, distributed environment. You will be involved in deploying, managing, and optimizing cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere, collaborating closely with a talented international team of engineers. You will gain invaluable hands‑on experience with modern cloud technologies, contributing to mission‑critical infrastructure and supporting client solutions. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our client's cloud offerings.
- Assist in the deployment and configuration of cloud infrastructure resources (e.g., VMs, containers, networks, storage).
- Monitor cloud environments for performance, availability, and security.
- Implement and manage infrastructure-as-code solutions (e.g., Terraform, Cloud Formation).
- Support the automation of operational tasks through scripting (e.g., Python, Bash).
- Troubleshoot and resolve incidents related to cloud infrastructure.
- Participate in on‑call rotations for incident response.
- Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
- Continuously learn about new cloud services and best practices.
- A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Familiarity with operating systems (Linux/Windows).
- Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or Bash.
- Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
- Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) is a plus.
- Excellent problem‑solving skills and a proactive approach.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote work.
- This role offers a competitive contract rate and the significant advantage of a fully remote work setup, providing ultimate flexibility.
- You will gain extensive, practical experience with leading cloud technologies and benefit from mentorship from experienced cloud professionals.
- Our client is committed to professional development, offering opportunities to pursue certifications and advance your career in cloud engineering.
This position, while conceptually linked to Kimberley, Northern Cape , allows you to work from anywhere.
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