Senior Software Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Placements24

Pietermaritzburg

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a focus on cloud infrastructure to design, deploy, and manage scalable cloud environments across AWS, Azure, or GCP.

You will mentor junior engineers, advance our cloud strategy, implement IaC with Terraform or CloudFormation, and build CI/CD pipelines to ensure secure, high-performance software delivery. This hybrid role offers professional growth and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on cloud infrastructure.
Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
Strong understanding of networking, security, and DevOps methodologies.
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and CI/CD tools.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or CloudFormation.
Develop and automate CI/CD pipelines for efficient software delivery and deployment.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability.
Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance in the cloud.
Conduct security assessments and implement best practices to protect cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure

Software engineering

DevOps

CI/CD

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

CloudFormation

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology firm in Pietermaritzburg , is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer specializing in Cloud Infrastructure . This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and managing the scalable, resilient cloud environments that power our innovative solutions. You will be instrumental in shaping our cloud strategy, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies, mentor junior engineers, and contribute significantly to the technical direction of a dynamic IT department committed to excellence and continuous improvement in the heart of KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.
Develop and automate CI/CD pipelines for efficient software delivery and deployment.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive solutions to ensure high availability and reliability.
Collaborate with development teams to optimize application performance and resource utilization in the cloud.
Conduct security assessments and implement best practices to protect cloud environments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure.
Proficiency in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
Strong understanding of networking, security principles, and DevOps methodologies .
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) and CI/CD tools.

Benefits