Azure Cloud Engineer: Scale, Automate & Optimize

ATS Client; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to design and maintain scalable cloud platforms for enterprise‑scale systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, efficient solutions, modernising infrastructure and deployment processes while optimising performance and cost.

Responsibilities include building scalable Azure infrastructure, enabling automated deployments, managing containers with Docker/Kubernetes, and securing networks across hybrid and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field is required.
• Minimum 4 years experience in cloud engineering with strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Proven experience with DevOps tools and IaC (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Terraform or Jenkins).
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Solid networking knowledge including firewalls, routing and virtual networks.
• Scripting in PowerShell, Python or Bash.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure solutions on Microsoft Azure.
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to support automated deployment and integration processes.
• Build and manage containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Support hybrid and multi cloud environments ensuring seamless integration across platforms.
• Manage networking and security configurations across cloud and data centre environments.
• Monitor system performance and resolve issues to ensure uptime and efficiency.
• Optimise cloud usage to improve cost management and performance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Ability to work across teams

Education

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

Tools

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

Terraform

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

PowerShell

Python

Job description

ATS Client in Johannesburg is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to design and maintain scalable cloud platforms for enterprise‑scale systems. You will work with cross‑functional teams to deliver secure, efficient solutions, modernising infrastructure and deployment processes while optimising performance and cost.

Responsibilities include building scalable Azure infrastructure, enabling automated deployments, managing containers with Docker/Kubernetes, and securing networks across hybrid and