Cloud Support Engineer (APAC)

WALT Labs; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed service provider is seeking a skilled Cloud Support Engineer to manage Google Cloud Platform infrastructure and resolve incidents efficiently. You'll engage with tools like incident.io and JIRA, ensuring high performance and security. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field is required, along with strong troubleshooting skills and customer service abilities. This full-time contractor role covers night hours and excludes full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services, Kubernetes a must.
• Proficiency in JIRA for task management.
• Strong troubleshooting skills in cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services.
• Manage cloud incidents using incident.io.
• Monitor and maintain cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

Kubernetes

JIRA

incident.io

Grafana

Python

Terraform

Cloud security best practices

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

JIRA

incident.io

Job description

Overview

WALT Labs, a leading managed service provider, is dedicated to empowering businesses by harnessing the power of cloud technology. Our team specializes in delivering customized solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, driving growth and operational efficiency across industries. From supporting small businesses with seamless data migration to enabling large corporations to manage complex infrastructure projects, we provide exceptional service while staying at the forefront of cloud technology advancements.

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Support Engineer with a strong focus on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for maintaining cloud infrastructure, managing incidents, and ensuring seamless operations for our clients. You’ll use tools like incident.io and JIRA to manage and resolve support requests efficiently.

This is a full-time contractor role covering 5 PM - 2 AM CST (US)

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services - 3+ years. (Kubernetes a must!)
• Understanding of Google Workspace (admin experience a plus)
• Familiarity with incident.io for incident tracking and management (or equivalent)
• Proficiency in using JIRA for task management and support workflows.
• Strong experience working with observability tools (Grafana)
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in cloud environments.
• Understanding of cloud security and performance optimization best practices.
• Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, Terraform) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Certifications in GCP (e.g., Google Cloud Associate or Professional certifications) are highly desirable.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Role responsibilities

• Provide technical support and resolve issues related to Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services and AWS.
• Provide support for Google Workspace
• Manage and respond to cloud incidents using incident.io, ensuring timely resolution.
• Use JIRA to log, track, and prioritize support tickets and workflow tasks.
• Monitor and maintain cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and security.
• Collaborate with teams to identify and implement solutions to technical challenges.
• Assist in deploying, configuring, and optimizing GCP resources.
• Create and maintain documentation for troubleshooting processes and best practices.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve cloud environments and support processes.
• Support clients and stakeholders by providing clear communication and updates during incident resolution.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest GCP developments and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Contractors are not eligible for full-time benefits