Senior Cloud Network Engineer - Remote

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote role

Medical plan

Provident fund

Certifications & training

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Senior Cloud Network Engineer for a fully remote position. You will design, implement, and manage cloud-based network infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP to ensure robustness and security for client applications.

The role focuses on IaC with Terraform, CloudFormation, and Ansible, strong network security, and collaboration with DevOps. Remote work from anywhere is supported with emphasis on proactive problem solving.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in network engineering with a strong cloud focus.
• Experience designing/managing networks in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Hands-on with IaC: Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation.
• Proficiency in security principles for cloud networks.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable cloud network infra in public clouds.
• Manage VPCs, subnets, routing, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Develop IaC using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Implement network security with security groups, NACLs, WAFs, VPNs.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network performance.
• Collaborate with DevOps to support deployments.
• Automate tasks with scripting (Python, Bash).
• Stay current with cloud networking trends.
• Provide guidance to junior team members.
• Ensure compliance with standards and policies.

Skills

Cloud networking

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Python

Bash

Networking protocols

Kubernetes networking

TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding player in the telecommunications technology space, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cloud Network Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is central to designing, implementing, and managing our client's cloud-based network infrastructure across major public cloud platforms. You will be responsible for ensuring the robustness, security, and scalability of our network services, supporting a diverse range of client applications and solutions. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with extensive experience in cloud networking, infrastructure as code, and a deep understanding of network security principles within distributed environments. This is a fantastic opportunity to work remotely and contribute to innovative projects from Randburg, Gauteng, ZA.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and highly available network infrastructures in public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).


• Implement and manage virtual private clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing, firewalls, and load balancers.


• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation for automated network provisioning.


• Implement robust network security measures, including security groups, NACLs, WAFs, and VPNs.


• Monitor network performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement optimizations to ensure reliability and efficiency.


• Collaborate with development and operations teams to support application deployments and ensure network requirements are met.


• Automate network configuration, deployment, and operational tasks using scripting languages (Python, Bash).


• Stay current with cloud networking technologies, best practices, and emerging trends.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.


• Ensure network compliance with industry standards and company policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.


• Minimum of 6 years of experience in network engineering, with a strong focus on cloud networking (at least 3 years). Proven expertise in designing and managing network architectures within AWS, Azure, or GCP.


• Hands‑on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).


• Proficiency in network security principles and implementation in cloud environments.


• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, BGP, and other networking protocols.


• Experience with container networking and Kubernetes is a significant advantage.


• Proficiency in at least one scripting language (Python, Bash).


• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in remote teams.


• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer) are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package and the flexibility of a fully remote role, allowing you to work effectively from your home base in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA .


• You will be provided with a comprehensive medical aid plan, a generous provident fund contribution, opportunities for professional development including certifications and training, performance bonuses, and access to cutting-edge cloud technologies.


• Our client fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, providing a stimulating environment for career growth.


• Enjoy the benefits of working with a forward-thinking company committed to employee success.