Cloud Engineer AWS

IBM Computing; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore seeks experienced cloud architects skilled in AWS solutions. The role involves designing scalable architectures, developing cloud-native applications, and working in an agile environment with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in IT, 2 years of AWS experience, and proficient programming skills. This position offers opportunities for innovation and career growth in a collaborative setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years in IT, especially with AWS.
• Experience with IaC tools and CI/CD processes.
• Ability to articulate solutions to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable architectures using AWS.
• Develop cloud-native applications and automate workflows.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver cloud solutions.

Skills

AWS services proficiency

Programming languages (Python, Node.js, Java, Go)

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or IT

Tools

AWS CloudFormation

Terraform

Docker

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

Responsibilities

Cloud Architecture & Design

• Design and implement highly available, scalable, and cost‑optimized architectures using AWS Well‑Architected Framework and cloud‑native design patterns.
• Translate business requirements into detailed architectural blueprints and solution designs.
• Evaluate existing workloads and modernize applications using AWS services, serverless technologies, containers, and microservices architectures.

Cloud Development & Automation

• Develop cloud‑native applications and automation workflows using AWS SDKs, Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Step Functions, ECS/EKS, and other AWS services.
• Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, or CDK.
• Build automation for provisioning, configuration, deployment, and operational tasks to improve efficiency and reduce manual workloads.

DevSecOps & CI/CD

• Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using AWS CodePipeline, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins.
• Embed security controls into pipelines, enabling automated compliance, code scanning, and artifact validation.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and observability using CloudWatch, X‑Ray, OpenTelemetry, and other monitoring tools.

Security, Governance & Compliance

• Apply AWS security best practices across IAM, VPC, encryption, secrets, networking, and data protection.
• Ensure solutions comply with organizational, industry, and regulatory standards.
• Support threat modelling, risk assessments, and automated security policy enforcement.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work within an agile environment—participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and iterative delivery.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, developers, and security teams to deliver end‑to‑end cloud solutions.
• Provide technical guidance, perform code reviews, and mentor junior engineers if needed.

Required technical and professional expertise

Required skills and qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science, Computing, Electrical Engineering, IT or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of working experience in the Information Technology industry, preferably in the areas of AWS Cloud implementation and support.
• Strong hands‑on experience with core AWS services (EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Lambda, SQS, RDS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, ECS/EKS, CloudFront, etc.).
• Proven background in AWS architecture design and AWS development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or Go.
• Experience with IaC tools (CloudFormation, Terraform, AWS CDK).
• Knowledge of AWS Well‑Architected Framework, cloud‑native patterns, serverless architectures, and event‑driven designs.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD, DevSecOps pipelines, and automated testing.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (EKS/Kubernetes or ECS).
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication skills to articulate technical solutions to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
• Passion for innovation, automation, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology and apply new skills.

Preferred skills and qualifications:

• AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or Professional (highly preferred).
• AWS Certified Developer - Associate.
• Experience with cloud cost management and optimization.
• Familiarity with zero‑trust architectures, cloud security tooling, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in multi‑account architectures using AWS Organizations and Control Tower.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Proficiency in Netflix OSS: Exposure to Netflix OSS technology, with the ability to implement and integrate it into cloud‑based systems.
• Knowledge of Angular.js: Familiarity with Angular.js and its application in cloud‑native development, with an understanding of its advantages and disadvantages in relation to AWS Services.
• Experience with CSS: Exposure to CSS scripting technology, with the ability to apply it in cloud‑native development and integrate it with AWS Services.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.