Junior Infrastructure Engineer: Hands-On Network & Server

1-gird South Africa; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

1-grid South Africa in Cape Town is seeking a hands-on IT Infrastructure Engineer to architect, implement, test and deliver new features and products for customers. You’ll work with a fast-paced, collaborative team to ensure stable operations, security, and scalable infrastructure.

The role requires broad technical experience with Windows/Linux, networking, data centers, and security, and includes after-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• DNS and network troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with data center environments and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and perform ongoing maintenance on servers and network equipment.
• Provide IT support to staff and customers, respond to server and network issues.
• Carry out system administration tasks: software installation/updates, patches, hardware maintenance.
• Upgrade internal system components (CPUs, memory, drives).
• Run hardware diagnostics and troubleshoot faulty equipment.
• Develop standards, procedures, and knowledge articles for systems and network operations.
• Assist with the procurement of new equipment.
• Support senior engineers in designing/modifying network systems and infrastructure.
• Maintain inventory of equipment and devices.
• Deploy and configure new server and network infrastructure.
• Participate in after-hours maintenance and provide emergency support.

Skills

Windows OS

Linux OS

DNS

Network troubleshooting

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Data center knowledge

Driver's license

Own transport

Tools

Virtualisation

CompTIA A+/Network+

Firewall & security

Switch configuration

Job description

1-grid South Africa in Cape Town is seeking a hands-on IT Infrastructure Engineer to architect, implement, test and deliver new features and products for customers. You’ll work with a fast-paced, collaborative team to ensure stable operations, security, and scalable infrastructure.

The role requires broad technical experience with Windows/Linux, networking, data centers, and security, and includes after-hours support as needed.