Network/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at PalmPay

PalmPay is a fintech company with a strong focus on Africa, having been introduced in 2019. Serving as a mobile payment platform, PalmPay provides a range of financial services tailored to meet the needs of its users.

Title: Network/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Location: Ikeja GRA, Lagos

Job type: Contracted

Description 

• We are looking for an experienced Senior Network/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer who is passionate about our mission of driving financial inclusion in Africa.
• The Network/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer will play a critical role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization’s network and cloud infrastructure.
• This professional will be responsible for ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of the network and cloud environments, enabling seamless communication and access to resources for users and applications.
• The Network/Cloud Infrastructure Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to support business requirements and maintain the overall health of the infrastructure.

Responsibilities
Cloud Infrastructure Management:

• Sound knowledge of AWS and other cloud platforms to design and deploy cloud-based solutions.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker and CICD processes
• Provision, configure, and manage cloud resources, such as virtual machines, storage, and networking components.
• Implement and manage auto-scaling and load balancing solutions to ensure high availability and performance.
• Monitor cloud services and optimize resource utilization to control costs effectively.
• Ensure cloud security by implementing best practices, access controls, and encryption mechanisms.

Network Infrastructure Management:

• Design, deploy, and maintain the organization’s local and wide area networks (LAN/WAN).
• Configure and manage network devices, including routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues.
• Implement and maintain network security measures to protect against unauthorized access and potential threats.
• Collaborate with network and security teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

Infrastructure Automation:

• Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates for deploying and managing infrastructure.
• Use configuration management tools (e.g., Docker, Ansible, terraform, etc.) to streamline repetitive tasks.
• Embrace Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to enhance infrastructure reliability and consistency.
• System and Application Support:
• Collaborate with application development teams to provide network and cloud infrastructure support for applications.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving infrastructure-related incidents and problems.
• Work with vendors and technical support teams to resolve hardware or software issues promptly.
• Capacity Planning and Performance Optimization:
• Monitor infrastructure performance and identify areas for improvement and optimization.
• Perform capacity planning to anticipate future infrastructure needs and growth requirements.

Documentation and Training:

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of network and cloud infrastructure configurations and changes.
• Train team members and end-users on new infrastructure technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Experience in the Financial services industry
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing network and cloud infrastructure.

Deadline: Not Specified.

How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click Here to apply online