Lead Cloud Network Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health and wellness benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Cloud Network Engineer to shape cloud networking strategy across AWS/Azure/GCP. You will design, implement, and secure scalable network architectures and automate provisioning with IaC tools.

Role requires 8+ years in network engineering, including 5+ years cloud-focused. Hybrid work in Pretoria with opportunities to collaborate across expert teams, and a path toward leadership and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years in network engineering with 5+ years cloud networking.
• Experience designing and managing cloud-based network infra (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Hands-on with Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation for IaC.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud network architectures.
• Develop and enforce cloud network security policies and best practices.
• Automate provisioning and configuration of networks using IaC.
• Lead cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers.
• Document architectures and operational procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud networking

IaC tools

Troubleshooting

Cross-team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding technology firm, is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Cloud Network Engineer to guide their cloud networking strategy and infrastructure. This pivotal role involves designing, implementing, and managing highly available, scalable, and secure network environments on major cloud platforms. You will be instrumental in architecting solutions that support cutting-edge applications and services, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This is a hybrid position, allowing for collaboration with our expert teams in our Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA offices while also offering the flexibility of remote work for certain tasks. We are searching for a visionary leader with a deep understanding of cloud networking principles, automation, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable network architectures on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and enforce network security policies and best practices within cloud environments.
• Automate network provisioning, configuration, and management tasks using infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Oversee the implementation and optimization of Virtual Private Clouds (VPCs), subnets, routing, load balancing, and firewalls.
• Collaborate with application development, DevOps, and security teams to ensure seamless integration and efficient network performance.
• Troubleshoot complex network issues in cloud environments, identifying root causes and implementing timely resolutions.
• Monitor network performance, availability, and security, proactively identifying and addressing potential problems.
• Stay current with the latest cloud networking technologies, trends, and emerging best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior network engineers.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive network documentation, including architecture diagrams and operational procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in network engineering, with at least 5 years focused on cloud networking.
• Proven experience designing and managing complex network infrastructures on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, routing, VPNs, load balancing, and security groups.
• Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Strong understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, HTTP/S) and security principles.
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and their networking implications.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical projects and mentor team members.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a hybrid team.
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Advanced Networking Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate) are highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, annual performance bonus, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and a generous retirement savings plan. This hybrid role provides the flexibility to balance remote work with in-office collaboration in Pretoria, Gauteng, ZA . We are committed to employee growth, offering opportunities for advanced training, certifications, and career advancement. Join a forward-thinking company and play a key role in shaping our cloud infrastructure for the future.