Junior Cloud Field Engineer

Joinrs; Town of Italy (NY); Remote; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

USD 2,000 annual learning budget

Performance-driven annual bonus

Annual holiday leave

Team Member Assistance Program

Wellness program

Travel opportunities

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a Junior Cloud Field Engineer to assist global companies in adopting private cloud infrastructure. This position involves designing and supporting cloud solutions while collaborating with a team and utilizing technologies like Kubernetes and OpenStack. Candidates should have a degree in Computer Science and strong knowledge of cloud computing concepts, Linux, and Python programming. The role offers the flexibility to work remotely and includes opportunities for professional development and travel.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science or related software engineering expertise.
• Sound knowledge of cloud computing technologies.
• Intermediate to advanced level of Python programming skills.
• Excellent communication skills (English).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Work across the entire Linux stack, from kernel to applications.
• Architect cloud infrastructure solutions like OpenStack and Kubernetes.
• Coach and develop colleagues with insights.
• Global travel up to 25% for events.
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture aligned with company values.
• Travel up to 25% for internal and external events.

Skills

Cloud computing concepts

Linux

Python programming

Networking

Education

University degree in Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

OpenStack

AWS

GCP

Azure

Ceph

GCP

Azure

Job description

Junior Cloud Field Engineer

Joinrs is looking for a Junior Cloud Field Engineer to help global companies adopt the latest private cloud infrastructure, Linux, cloud native operations, and open source applications. This role involves designing, implementing and supporting cloud solutions for enterprise customers. Work can be home based or in an office with remote options.

Responsibilities

What your day will look like:

• Work across the entire Linux stack, from kernel, networking, storage, to applications.
• Work in Python to design and deliver open source code.
• Architect cloud infrastructure solutions like OpenStack, Kubernetes, Ceph, Hadoop and Spark either on‑premises or in public cloud (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
• Coach and develop your colleagues where you have insights.
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values.
• Work from the comfort of your home.
• Global travel up to 25% of time for internal and external events.

Qualifications

• University degree in Computer Science or related software engineering expertise.
• Sound knowledge of cloud computing concepts & technologies, such as Kubernetes, OpenStack, AWS, GCP, Azure, Ceph, etc.
• Practical knowledge of Linux and networking.
• Intermediate to advanced level of Python programming skills.
• Dynamic personality that loves new projects and people collaboration.
• Demonstrated drive for continual learning.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (English).
• Great organisational skills and follow‑up reliably on commitments.
• (Optional) You speak a second language.

What you’ll learn

• OpenStack and Kubernetes infrastructure.
• Linux Ubuntu and networking knowledge.
• Wide range of open source applications and skills.
• Work directly with customers in a range of businesses.
• Real‑life and hands‑on exposure to a wide range of emerging technologies and tools.

What we offer

• Geographically fair compensation and annual review.
• Performance‑driven annual bonus or commission.
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
• Annual holiday leave, maternity and paternity leave.
• Team Member Assistance Program & Wellness Platform.
• Travel opportunities and priority pass for long‑haul events.

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, it provides the platform for AI, IoT, and cloud. Canonical recruits globally, values excellence, and offers a distributed work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer.