Job Title: Junior - Cloud Engineer
Job Summary
A Junior Cloud Engineer is an entry-level role focused on assisting with the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of cloud infrastructure and services. This position is ideal for individuals looking to kickstart their career in cloud computing. The primary focus is on learning cloud technologies, gaining hands-on experience, and assisting senior engineers in day-to-day tasks related to cloud environments. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with leading cloud platforms and develop essential skills in cloud engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Cloud Infrastructure Setup: Assist in the setup and configuration of cloud environments and services, including AWS, Azure, and GCP.
- Support and Troubleshooting: Provide first-level support for cloud infrastructure issues and assist with troubleshooting to ensure minimal downtime.
- Monitoring: Help monitor cloud systems and services to ensure proper functionality and identify potential issues proactively.
- Automation Scripts: Assist in writing and maintaining basic automation scripts for cloud deployment using languages such as Bash, Python, or PowerShell.
- Documentation: Document cloud infrastructure and deployments, including configurations, issues, and solutions for future reference.
- Learning and Development: Participate in training and certification programs to build cloud engineering skills and stay updated with industry trends.
Skills and Knowledge Required
- Basic Cloud Knowledge: Familiarity with basic cloud concepts such as IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
- Cloud Platforms: Understanding of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
- Networking: Basic knowledge of networking concepts such as VPNs, subnets, and IP addressing.
- Scripting: Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) for automating tasks.
- Monitoring Tools: Familiarity with cloud monitoring tools like AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, or GCP Stackdriver.
- Operating Systems: Basic knowledge of operating systems like Linux and Windows.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related fields.
- Certifications (Optional): AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals.
Key Focus Areas
- Cloud Fundamentals: Learning the basic concepts of cloud computing and related technologies.
- Automation: Gaining proficiency in automating cloud deployments and configurations.
- Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Understanding the tools and techniques for cloud system monitoring and issue resolution.
Experience
0-2 years of experience in IT, cloud, or related technical roles.
Tools and Equipment
- Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.
- Automation Tools: Terraform, Ansible (basic).
- Monitoring Tools: AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor.
- Version Control: Git, GitHub.
- Operating Systems: Linux, Windows.
Other Requirements
- Willingness to learn and develop cloud engineering skills.
- Ability to follow directions and work under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Attention to detail and strong problem-solving abilities.