Cloud Engineer

Pietermaritzburg FULL TIME R41,667 - R58,333 / Month
(R500,000 - R700,000 / Year)

Job Description

We are on the hunt for a skilled Cloud Engineer who is passionate about implementing cloud solutions and optimizing existing processes. You will play a crucial role in managing our cloud infrastructure, ensuring it is reliable, scalable, and secure. If you enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams and staying ahead of tech trends, this could be a perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure using best practices.
  • Perform regular backups and recovery tasks to ensure data integrity.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to deploy new applications to the cloud.
  • Analyze existing systems and processes for potential migrations to the cloud.
  • Develop scripts and tools to simplify cloud operations and management.
  • Implement cost optimization strategies for cloud resources.
  • Lead cross-team workshops to enhance cloud understanding.
  • Support training initiatives for staff on new cloud tools and procedures.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field
  • Master's degree is a plus
Experience
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure management
Technical Skills
  • Terraform
  • Serverless Architecture
Soft Skills
  • Communication
  • Adaptability
Certifications
  • Google Professional Cloud Architect
  • Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Familiarity with monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Prometheus): Experience using monitoring and logging tools for cloud environments.
  • Experience with automating cloud processes: Hands-on experience in automating tasks within cloud platforms.

Benefits

  • Full health coverage, including dental and optical benefits
  • Retirement fund with employer match
  • Flexible hours with options for remote work
  • Generous leave policies and wellness support
  • Opportunities for professional training and growth

Company Culture

  • Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
  • Work-Life Balance: We promote a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff can thrive both professionally and personally.
  • Ownership and Responsibility: We empower our team members to take ownership of their work and be accountable for their contributions.
Status: Open