Cloud Engineer

Infystrat Software Services; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software services company is looking for a Cloud Engineer with over 4 years of experience in IT infrastructure and cloud computing. The role involves optimizing cloud architecture and security, developing cloud systems, and managing resources effectively. Candidates should have proficiency in programming and cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. Exclusive experience with hyperscale cloud computing is a plus. This position offers a 6-month contract with possible extensions.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in IT infrastructure and operations is required.
• Strong understanding of cloud computing and hosting techniques.
• Ability to manage DevOps environments.

Responsibilities

• Assess technology and prepare for cloud transformation.
• Optimize architecture before, during, or after cloud migrations.
• Develop systems for the cloud.

Skills

IT infrastructure and operations

Cloud hosting techniques

Programming skills (Python, Java)

Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Problem-solving and analytical skills

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Azure DevOps

Job description

Job Description

Contract Period - 6 months extended

Role: Cloud Engineer

Experience: 4+ Years

Must Have Skills

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and operations.
• Proficiency in Cloud hosting techniques.
• Programming skills (e.g., Python, Java).
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• LLM hosting and operations.
• Managing DevOps.

Good To Have Skills

• Ruby on Rails
• Python
• Kubernetes, Docker
• Java
• Nvidia H200 GPU handling
• Azure DevOps
• Azure Cosmos DB
• Docker & Kubernetes containerization

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing technology and preparing for cloud transformation
• Optimizing the architecture before, during, or after cloud migrations
• Developing systems for the cloud
• Looking after cloud governance
• Operating databases on the cloud
• Implementing measures for cloud security
• Managing and optimizing the use of cloud resources

USP of role

Exclusive experience of hyperscale cloud computing involving huge interaction with partners, customer business, IT, and other stakeholders.