AWS Cloud Engineer

60degrees; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Johannesburg North is looking for a Mid-Level AWS Cloud Engineer. The role involves building scalable cloud solutions using AWS and Terraform, and requires 5+ years of IT experience. If you have strong Linux skills and a passion for cloud technologies, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in the IT industry, with 1+ years hands-on AWS exposure.
• Programming experience (2+ years in any language).
• AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, Cloud Practitioner) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join a high-performing team focused on tech-driven investment platforms.
• Build scalable cloud environments using AWS and Terraform.
• Implement cloud security best practices.

Skills

AWS

Terraform

Linux system administration

Cloud security best practices

Monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Elastic)

Education

IT related degree or National Diploma in IT

Tools

AWS

Terraform

Job description

Job Description

NEW WORK IN : Mid-Level AWS Cloud Engineer – Top Tech & Fintech Player – R720K+ | Hybrid (JHB North)

Ready to level up your cloud career? A rather awesome JSE-listed Fintech is on the hunt for a Mid-Level AWS Cloud Engineer to join their tech-savvy tribe. With a core focus on tech-driven investment platforms, this business is reshaping the financial landscape—making investing easy, and accessible!

You'll be part of a high-performing team with an entrepreneurial spirit, a forward-thinking mind-set, and a shared mission to empower users through cutting-edge tech. If you're passionate about AWS, Terraform, and building scalable cloud environments, this one's for you.

What You'll Need to Land the Job :

5+ years' experience in the IT industry, with 1+ years hands-on AWS exposure

Solid Linux system administration skills

Strong grasp of Terraform and infrastructure-as-code principles

Understanding of AWS networking components (VPC, EC2, etc.)

Exposure to monitoring tools like CloudWatch or Elastic

Familiarity with cloud security best practices

Programming experience (2+ years in any language) will serve you well

AWS certifications (Solutions Architect, Cloud Practitioner) for the win!!

Qualifications

You have an IT related degree or a National Diploma in IT or related field

Cloud certifications or similar

This is a hybrid role based in Johannesburg North; If you're ready to build cloud solutions that matter—while working with a team that values innovation, impact, and inclusion—then let’s chat.