Graduate Cloud Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybride; ZAR 180 000 - 320 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration package

Fully remote working arrangement

Extensive training and certification

Exposure to cutting-edge projects

Global team environment

Career progression opportunities

Company-provided learning resources

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking Graduate Cloud Engineers to join a remote, international team. You will gain hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP and help deploy, monitor, and optimize scalable cloud infrastructure.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in CS/IT/Engineering, have basic scripting (Python/Bash), understand networking and security, and enjoy solving problems in a collaborative, remote setting. Full training and clear career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts and services.
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Basic scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of networking and security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for remote collaboration.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Monitor cloud resources for performance, availability, and cost optimization.
• Automate infrastructure deployment and management tasks using scripting and relevant tools.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless application deployment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues.
• Implement and maintain security best practices for cloud environments.
• Participate in capacity planning and resource scaling activities.
• Document cloud configurations, processes, and procedures.

Connaissances

Cloud concepts

Python scripting

Networking basics

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Outils

AWS

Azure

GCP

Description du poste

About the Role Our client, a pioneering cloud solutions provider, is seeking motivated Graduate Cloud Engineers to join their highly skilled team. This is an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates to dive into the world of cloud computing, working on innovative projects that leverage leading cloud platforms. As a fully remote role, you will have the chance to collaborate with a dynamic, international team and contribute to the development and management of scalable cloud infrastructure. We are looking for individuals with a strong foundational knowledge of IT systems, a passion for cloud technologies, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You will gain hands‑on experience with services from major cloud providers, assisting in deployment, monitoring, and optimization tasks. This position is perfect for ambitious tech enthusiasts who excel in a virtual work setting and are eager to shape the future of cloud technology. Our client embraces a remote‑first philosophy, ensuring inclusivity and access to talent globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the deployment and management of cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Monitor cloud resources for performance, availability, and cost optimization.
• Automate infrastructure deployment and management tasks using scripting and relevant tools.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure seamless application deployment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues.
• Implement and maintain security best practices for cloud environments.
• Participate in capacity planning and resource scaling activities.
• Document cloud configurations, processes, and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Understanding of cloud computing concepts and services.
• Familiarity with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Basic scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash).
• Knowledge of networking and security principles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for remote collaboration.
• Self‑motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow in the cloud domain.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Fully remote working arrangement, enhancing work‑life balance.
• Extensive training and certification opportunities in leading cloud technologies.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge cloud projects and solutions.
• A supportive and collaborative global team environment.
• Opportunities for rapid career progression in the cloud sector.
• Company‑provided learning resources.