Cloud Enginee, Remote, Entry-Level
Intellectual Property Management (IPM) Cell, IC&SR, IIT Madras
Cloud Engineer (Entry-Level)
About the Role
- This is a part-time, remote role supporting the infrastructure and technology needs of the IPM Cell at IC&SR, IIT Madras.
- The Cloud Engineer will assist in designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based environments used for internal applications, data management, and collaborative tools.
- This position is suitable for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in cloud computing and infrastructure management within an academic and research-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Configuring virtual machines and containers.
- Managing storage and databases.
- Monitoring system performance and security.
- Supporting backups and disaster recovery processes.
- Working with Linux-based servers.
- Implementing automation scripts.
- Collaborating with software development teams.
- Documenting configurations and procedures.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Cloud Computing and Infrastructure fundamentals.
- Understanding of cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Knowledge of virtual machines, storage, and networking concepts.
- Skills in Linux and Databases.
- Basic Linux command-line operations.
- Linux system administration tasks.
- Familiarity with relational or NoSQL databases.
- Skills related to Software Development.
- Scripting or programming in languages like Python, Bash, or similar.
- Experience with version control tools (e.g., Git).
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Attention to detail.
- Capacity to learn new tools and technologies quickly.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
- Collaborative mindset for working with cross-functional teams.
Qualifications
- Relevant academic background in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field at the undergraduate level (completed or ongoing).
- Familiarity with security best practices.
- Familiarity with automation tools (such as CI/CD pipelines or infrastructure-as-code frameworks).
- Prior internship or project experience in cloud or system administration will be an added advantage.