Cloud Engineer Midrand

Kontak Recruitment; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider is seeking a Cloud Engineer to manage and maintain Google Cloud infrastructure in Midrand, Gauteng. The ideal candidate should have experience with Google Cloud Platform and relevant certifications. You'll be responsible for setting up infrastructure, monitoring cloud environments, and ensuring optimum performance. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience with Google Cloud Platform.
• Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up infrastructure for EHR software and other applications.
• Monitor and manage the cloud environment to ensure security.
• Participate in technical meetings with customers.

Skills

Google Cloud expertise

Windows Server environments

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Google Cloud Platform

Active Directory

Virtual Machines

DNS

Job description

Cloud Engineer (JB)

• Location: Midrand, Gauteng (hybrid)
• Salary: R CTC per month
• Job Type: Permanent
• Company: Leading provider of groundbreaking EHR platforms to a diverse international clientele, where equal emphasis is placed on staff development and client satisfaction.

As the Cloud Engineer, you will assume responsibility for the setup and maintenance of Google Cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation of cloud solutions daily.

You'll have the opportunity to explore new technologies and contribute to modernizing company systems.

Essential requirements include expertise in Google Cloud, relevant certifications, and proficiency in Windows Server environments.

This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting‑edge cloud technologies and make meaningful contributions to our infrastructure.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Google Cloud Platform
• Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer certification is essential
• Proficiency in Microsoft Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, Virtual Machines and DNS
• Strong problem‑solving and reporting skills
• Attention to detail

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up infrastructure for EHR software and other third‑party applications
• Plan, configure, deploy, and maintain cloud solutions according to specifications
• Configure access and security measures in Google Cloud Platform
• Monitor and manage the cloud environment, implementing security solutions as needed
• Assist in pricing out solutions in Google Cloud Platform
• Utilize internal tools for generating hardware configuration proposals
• Review and submit pricing proposals within deadlines
• Lead assigned proof of concept projects, providing technical feedback and recommendations
• Stay updated on industry trends and Google Cloud Platform updates to improve infrastructure and processes
• Participate in technical meetings with customers and address raised issues promptly
• Handle support tickets and review technical documents and reports
• Investigate and propose solutions to technical issues, following change control processes
• Monitor and report on SLAs, cloud spending, and security measures for customers and internal infrastructure
• Perform scheduled maintenance on Windows VMs, ensuring uptime during patching
• Oversee backup processes to ensure consistent and reliable backups according to schedules
• Plan and conduct regular disaster recovery testing
• Assist customers in recovering from disasters if necessary
• Maintain accurate time logs and handle leave requests efficiently

Note: Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

Equal Opportunity

All backgrounds are welcomed, with no bias.

All are considered based on requirements.