We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer with expertise in AWS and/or Azure to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud computing principles, best practices, and a hands-on approach to infrastructure management.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Cloud Infrastructure Design and Implementation:
Design, build, and deploy cloud-based infrastructure on AWS and/or Azure.
Implement and manage virtual machines, containers, and serverless functions.
Configure and manage networking components, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and load balancers.
Implement and manage storage solutions, including object storage, block storage, and file storage.
Deploy and manage databases, including relational databases and NoSQL databases.
Cloud Security:
Implement and maintain security best practices for cloud environments.
Configure and manage security groups, network access control lists (ACLs), and other security measures.
Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) policies.
Monitor and respond to security threats and vulnerabilities.
Cloud Automation:
Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
Develop and maintain scripts for automating routine tasks.
Implement continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines.
Troubleshooting and Support:
Diagnose and troubleshoot cloud-related issues.
Provide technical support to internal teams and end-users.
Monitor cloud performance and optimize resource utilization.
Collaboration:
Collaborate with development teams to ensure smooth deployment and operation of cloud-based applications.
Work with other IT teams to ensure the overall stability and security of the cloud infrastructure.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience in cloud computing (AWS or Azure).
Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure provisioning and management.
Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash).
Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation).
Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) a plus.
Technical Skills:
Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and best practices.
Proficiency in one or more cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).
Experience with networking protocols and concepts.
Experience with security best practices for cloud environments.
Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
Other Skills:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.