Remote Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

Home office stipend

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Cloud Infrastructure. This fully remote role within South Africa requires building scalable, secure cloud systems across AWS/Azure/GCP, with IaC, container orchestration, and robust CI/CD pipelines.

You will design, implement, and maintain infrastructure, optimize performance and costs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable services for thousands of users daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of professional software engineering with cloud infrastructure focus.
• Proven expertise with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proficiency in IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Strong understanding of microservices and distributed systems.
• Experience designing CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Bash) and at least one general-purpose language.
• Knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, load balancing).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and manage IaC using Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Manage container orchestration platforms (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm).
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize costs.
• Enforce security best practices across cloud environments.
• Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot production issues.
• Document infrastructure architecture and configurations.
• Participate in on-call rotation for 24/7 support.
• Evaluate new technologies to improve cloud infrastructure.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Distributed systems

CI/CD pipelines

Containerization

IaC tools

Scripting (Python, Bash)

Networking

Communication

Security practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Ansible

Kubernetes

Docker

Jenkins/GitLab CI/CircleCI

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm specializing in innovative cloud solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer with a specialization in Cloud Infrastructure. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, ideally within proximity to our administrative hub in Paarl, Western Cape, for occasional team meet-ups. You will be a key player in designing, building, and maintaining our scalable, reliable, and secure cloud infrastructure across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). This role demands a deep understanding of distributed systems, microservices architecture, containerization technologies, and robust CI/CD pipelines. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, passionate about automation, and committed to best practices in software development and operations. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that drive business value. We are looking for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is eager to contribute to the company's technical vision. This role is essential for ensuring the performance, availability, and cost-effectiveness of our cloud services, impacting thousands of users daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, deploy, and maintain robust, scalable, and highly available cloud infrastructure.
• Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
• Develop and manage container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes or Docker Swarm.
• Build and maintain efficient CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and infrastructure provisioning.
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Implement and enforce security best practices across all cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for critical infrastructure incidents.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve our cloud infrastructure and development processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in software engineering with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure.
• Proven expertise with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including services related to compute, storage, networking, and databases.
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in IaC tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or CircleCI.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and at least one general-purpose programming language (e.g., Go, Java, Node.js).
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, load balancing).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, reflecting the seniority and specialized skills required for this role.
• As this is a fully remote position, you will enjoy the ultimate flexibility in your work location, with the option to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• This role comes with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, along with a generous contribution to a retirement fund.
• We provide substantial opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses, certifications, and attendance at relevant industry conferences.
• Additional benefits include performance-based bonuses, a home office stipend, and generous paid time off.