Junior Cloud Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Remote-first / Fully remote

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Junior Cloud Engineer to join a fully remote team and grow in cloud computing across leading platforms. You will design, deploy, and manage scalable infrastructure while collaborating with development teams in a remote, learning-focused environment.

Ideal candidates have a foundational cloud knowledge, scripting basics, and a drive to obtain cloud certifications. Randburg, Gauteng hub noted for admin support and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Familiarity with AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Basic scripting in Python or Bash.
• Knowledge of Linux/Windows and networking basics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Interest in cloud certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in deploying and managing cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Automate provisioning with Terraform or Ansible.
• Monitor performance, security, and cost in cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot cloud services and applications.
• Support CI/CD pipelines and application deployments with Dev teams.
• Implement security best practices in cloud environments.
• Document cloud architectures and configurations.
• Participate in on-call rotations for critical services.
• Stay updated with new cloud technologies and trends.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of cloud operations.

Skills

Cloud basics

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Linux/Windows OS

Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP)

Problem solving

Communication & teamwork

Remote work discipline

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Terraform

Ansible

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding cloud services provider, is seeking enthusiastic and technically adept Junior Cloud Engineers to join their fully remote team. This is an exciting opportunity to build a career in cloud computing, working with leading cloud platforms and technologies. You will be instrumental in designing, deploying, and managing scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure for our diverse clientele. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. We are looking for individuals with a strong foundational understanding of cloud concepts and a passion for infrastructure automation and optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Monitor cloud environments for performance, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud services and applications.
• Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and application deployments.
• Implement and maintain security best practices in cloud environments.
• Document cloud architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotations to provide support for critical cloud services.
• Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and industry trends.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cloud operations and processes.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts and services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Basic understanding of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of operating systems (Linux/Windows).
• Familiarity with networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn and obtain cloud certifications.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement planning, and generous opportunities for professional development and cloud certifications. As a fully remote employee, you will enjoy significant flexibility and autonomy. You will work with a talented team on cutting-edge cloud projects, contributing to impactful solutions for a global client base, with the administrative hub in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA. This role is perfect for aspiring cloud professionals seeking to grow their skills and advance their careers in a supportive, remote-first environment. Embrace the future of technology with us.