Remote Junior Cloud Engineer Apprentice

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Mentorship from cloud professionals

Hands-on cloud experience

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking motivated individuals for a Remote Junior Cloud Engineer Apprentice position. This fully remote opportunity allows you to learn from home within South Africa and is designed for those with a foundation in IT infrastructure and a strong desire to specialize in cloud computing.

You will be mentored by industry experts, gain hands-on experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP, and contribute to cloud-based projects.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking concepts and OS (Linux/Windows).
• Basic understanding of cloud computing (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Familiarity with scripting in Python or Bash is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and written communication skills for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Assist in deployment, management, and monitoring of cloud infrastructure.
• Learn and apply cloud security best practices to protect resources and data.
• Support automation of provisioning and management with Terraform or Ansible.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud services and applications.
• Participate in designing scalable and reliable cloud solutions.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams in a remote environment.
• Gain experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization.
• Contribute to documentation of cloud architectures, processes, and procedures.
• Stay up-to-date with latest cloud technologies and services.

Skills

Foundational IT knowledge

Cloud computing principles

Python or Bash scripting

Problem solving

Remote work communication

Time management

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is actively seeking motivated individuals for a groundbreaking Remote Junior Cloud Engineer Apprentice position. This is a fully remote opportunity, allowing you to learn and grow from the comfort of your own home, regardless of your geographical location within South Africa, provided you meet the eligibility criteria for remote work. This program is specifically designed for those with a foundational understanding of IT infrastructure and a strong desire to specialize in cloud computing technologies. You will be mentored by industry experts, gain hands‑on experience with leading cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP), and contribute to critical cloud‑based projects. Our client is committed to building a future‑ready workforce and offers an unparalleled learning environment. We are looking for candidates who are proactive, possess excellent problem‑solving skills, and are eager to dive deep into the world of cloud engineering. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a remote setting and are passionate about mastering cloud technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the deployment, management, and monitoring of cloud infrastructure.
• Learn and apply cloud security best practices to protect resources and data.
• Support the automation of infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud services and applications.
• Participate in designing and implementing scalable and reliable cloud solutions.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams in a remote environment.
• Gain experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Contribute to documentation of cloud architectures, processes, and procedures.
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest cloud technologies and services through continuous learning.
• Assist in cost optimization efforts for cloud resources.

Requirements

• A strong foundational knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking concepts and operating systems (Linux/Windows).
• Basic understanding of cloud computing principles (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with scripting languages like Python or Bash is a plus.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, especially in a remote, written context.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new cloud technologies and services.
• A proactive and self‑motivated attitude is essential for remote work.
• Must have reliable internet access and a suitable home office set‑up.
• Eligibility to work in South Africa and available for remote engagement.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive training and hands‑on experience with major cloud platforms.
• Mentorship from certified cloud professionals.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and impactful cloud projects.
• Potential for full‑time employment and career growth in a high‑demand field.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge cloud technologies and tools.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Development of highly sought‑after cloud engineering skills.