Cloud Engineer
Job Description
What is a Cloud Engineer?
A Cloud Engineer is a professional who is responsible for designing, planning, implementing, and managing cloud-based infrastructure and applications. Cloud Engineers work with various cloud computing technologies, including infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS).
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Job Brief
Our company is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to join our team. As a Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions to support our organisation’s infrastructure and applications. You will work closely with other members of our IT team to ensure that our cloud-based systems are efficient, scalable, and secure.
Responsibilities
- Design and deploy cloud-based solutions using infrastructure as a service (IaaS), platform as a service (PaaS), and software as a service (SaaS) technologies
- Optimise cloud performance and security, monitor and manage cloud infrastructure, and troubleshoot issues as they arise
- Collaborate with other IT team members, including developers, system administrators, and database administrators to ensure successful implementation and management of cloud-based solutions
- Keep up to date with the latest trends and developments in cloud computing technology, and recommend new tools and approaches to improve our cloud infrastructure and applications
- Participate in the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud-based systems
- Continuously monitor and improve the security of cloud-based systems and implement best practices for cloud security
Requirements and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience working as a Cloud Engineer or similar role
- Strong understanding of cloud computing technologies, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
- Experience with cloud infrastructure management tools, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes
Personal Attributes
- Strong analytical skills and ability to work with complex systems and technologies
- Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and responsibility
- Strong sense of initiative and ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
- Adaptability to new technologies and willingness to learn and take on new challenges
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