Cloud Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented Cloud Engineer to join our vibrant team in Bloemfontein. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing and maintaining our cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and scalability. Your expertise in cloud platforms, DevOps practices, and automation will be crucial in driving our projects forward.

Responsibilities

• Develop cloud infrastructure solutions that meet business requirements and performance expectations.
• Work closely with IT security teams to implement robust security measures across cloud services.
• Create documentation for cloud architecture, configurations, and deployment processes.
• Perform regular audits and assessments of cloud services and performance metrics.
• Implement DevOps practices to improve the speed and quality of software delivery.
• Train team members on cloud-related processes and tools.
• Facilitate the migration of applications to the cloud environment.
• Evaluate and recommend new cloud tools and technologies to enhance capabilities.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in cloud computing/DevOps

Technical Skills

• Kubernetes
• CI/CD tools

Soft Skills

• Communication
• Problem-solving

Certifications

• Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
• Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA)

Languages

• English: Fluent

Advantageous

• Exposure to microservices architecture: Experience in building and managing microservices-based applications.
• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus or Grafana: Skilled in using monitoring tools to observe cloud performance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement plan with competitive matching
• Work-life balance through flexible schedules
• Continuous learning opportunities including workshops and courses

Company Culture

• Continuous Learning: We believe in lifelong learning and support our teams in pursuing educational opportunities.
• Inclusivity: Diversity is celebrated here and we actively promote an inclusive culture.
• Community Involvement: We engage with our local community through various outreach programs and initiatives.