Cloud Support Engineer - Infrastructure as Code

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Cape Town, South AfricaJohannesburg, South Africa
Cloud
Entry-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
1+ year of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Cloud Support Engineer - Infrastructure as Code

AWS is seeking a Cloud Support Engineer to join their Infrastructure as Code team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of cloud technology, helping customers succeed by leveraging various AWS services. You'll focus on Infrastructure Automation/Governance and Configuration Management, working with tools like AWS CloudFormation, CDK, Control Tower, and Service Catalog.

As part of AWS Support Engineering, you'll interact with a global customer base through multiple channels, providing technical support and solutions for complex problems. The role offers significant growth opportunities, including continuous learning of groundbreaking technologies and the chance to mentor others.

The position requires strong technical skills in cloud computing, infrastructure as code, and configuration management. You'll work in a diverse, inclusive environment that values innovation and work-life harmony. AWS offers flexible working arrangements with a hybrid model, allowing you to balance office collaboration with remote work.

Key responsibilities include troubleshooting customer issues, improving support processes, providing service feedback, and maintaining a rotational schedule that may include weekends. You'll be part of AWS's mission to be Earth's Best Employer while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies.

The ideal candidate brings experience in software development or technical support, strong problem-solving abilities, and knowledge of infrastructure automation tools. You'll join a team that values diverse experiences and provides extensive resources for professional development.

This role offers the unique opportunity to work with AWS's comprehensive cloud platform while developing your technical and leadership skills. You'll be part of a global organization that supports some of the world's most innovative companies and contributes to the evolution of cloud computing.

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Responsibilities For Cloud Support Engineer - Infrastructure as Code

  • Solve customer cases through various contact channels (telephone, email, and web/live chat)
  • Drive initiatives to improve support-related processes and customer experience
  • Provide feedback to internal AWS teams on service improvements
  • Work on critical, complex customer problems across multiple AWS services
  • Continuously learn new technologies and develop technical skills
  • Act as interviewer in hiring processes and mentor new team members
  • Work 5 days a week on a rotational basis (including weekends)

Requirements For Cloud Support Engineer - Infrastructure as Code

Python
Java
Ruby
Go
JavaScript
Linux
  • 1+ years of software development, or 1+ years of technical support experience
  • Experience troubleshooting and debugging technical systems
  • Experience working with IaC tools (Cloudformation, Terraform, CDK)
  • Experience with Configuration Management tools (AWS OpsWorks, Chef, Puppet, Ansible)
  • Good understanding of Linux, Networking concepts and protocols
  • Understanding of cloud computing concepts

Benefits For Cloud Support Engineer - Infrastructure as Code

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Parental Leave
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Mentorship and career development opportunities
  • Employee-led affinity groups
  • Ongoing learning experiences
  • Work-life harmony

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