Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office budget

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Cloud Infrastructure for a fully remote role. You will design, build, and maintain scalable cloud environments across AWS/Azure/GCP, employing IaC and robust CI/CD pipelines to ensure performance and security.

With 5+ years of experience, you will lead infrastructure across distributed systems, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive cloud strategy in a remote-first setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in software engineering focusing on cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise with AWS/Azure/GCP and related services.
• Proficient in scripting (Python, Bash) and IaC tools.
• Strong knowledge of containers and microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable cloud infrastructures across providers.
• Develop and maintain IaC using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Build CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Ensure security, performance, and cost-efficiency of cloud workloads.
• Troubleshoot complex production infrastructure issues.

Skills

Cloud architecture

DevOps

CI/CD

Container orchestration

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Terraform

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Bash

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer specializing in Cloud Infrastructure for a fully remote position. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining scalable, reliable, and secure cloud environments that power their cutting‑edge products and services. This role demands a deep understanding of cloud architecture, distributed systems, and DevOps best practices. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure the optimal performance and availability of their infrastructure, driving innovation in cloud technology. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of their cloud strategy in a flexible, remote‑first work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage scalable cloud infrastructure solutions on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring of cloud services.
• Ensure the security, performance, and cost-efficiency of cloud infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure.
• Expertise in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated services.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and IaC tools.
• Deep understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and microservices architecture.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement with a generous home office setup budget.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certifications in cloud technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Work on challenging projects with a significant impact on the company's success.