Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Diverse client projects

Advanced cloud training

Contract extension potential

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer for a contract role. This fully remote position focuses on designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure across major platforms.

You will implement IaC with Terraform/Ansible, automate deployments, and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes. Strong scripting, security, and CI/CD expertise are essential for success in this remote role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering or similar role.
• Proven expertise in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of networking concepts and security best practices in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, suitable for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Implement and manage infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Automate deployment, scaling, and management of cloud resources.
• Configure and manage containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, and implement optimizations.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
• Ensure adherence to best practices for cloud security and cost management.
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients on cloud infrastructure matters.

Skills

Cloud platform expertise (AWS/Azure/G‑

IaC (Terraform/Ansible)

Docker/Kubernetes

Scripting (Python/Bash/PowerShell)

CI/CD

Cloud security best practices

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic cloud consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer for a contract position. This role is fully remote, offering significant flexibility and the opportunity to work on diverse cloud projects for various clients. You will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing scalable and reliable cloud infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), infrastructure as code, and automation. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who excels in a remote work environment and can effectively collaborate with clients and internal teams. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your cloud skills on challenging projects and expand your professional portfolio. Join us in shaping the future of cloud infrastructure from your remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Implement and manage infrastructure as code using tools such as Terraform or Ansible.
• Automate deployment, scaling, and management of cloud resources.
• Configure and manage containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Monitor system performance, availability, and security, and implement optimizations.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues.
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment.
• Ensure adherence to best practices for cloud security and cost management.
• Provide technical guidance and support to clients on cloud infrastructure matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 4+ years of experience in cloud infrastructure engineering or a similar role.
• Proven expertise in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Strong experience with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Knowledge of networking concepts and security best practices in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, suitable for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage project timelines effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate, equivalent to an annual salary of R .
• Fully remote work arrangement.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of client projects.
• Access to advanced cloud technologies and training resources.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Diverse project experience for career growth.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud solutions.