Junior Cloud Engineer

Role Summary and Impact

As part of the Global Operations Centre (GOC), you will work closely with teams across the United States, Europe, and Asia to deliver high-impact solutions in a collaborative, multicultural environment. We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Cloud Engineer to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about cloud technologies to learn, contribute, and grow within a leading global marketing and technology company. You will work alongside experienced engineers, supporting the development and maintenance of scalable, secure, and performant cloud infrastructure that powers our innovative data products and AI platforms.

What You Will Do

• Support Cloud Infrastructure Deployment and Management
• Learn to utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform to manage cloud resources and contribute to IaC module development under guidance.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to understand project requirements and contribute to the implementation of cloud solutions for our data products and AI platforms.
• Support the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines, assisting with automation of deployment and testing processes.
• Monitor cloud services and applications, contributing to the identification and resolution of operational issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Learn and apply cloud security best practices, assisting in the configuration of IAM policies, network security groups, and other security controls.
• Actively participate in team discussions, knowledge sharing sessions, and code reviews to deepen your understanding of cloud technologies and WPP's ecosystem.
• Research new cloud services and features, bringing fresh perspectives and ideas to the team.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for candidates who have:

• 0-2 years of experience in a technical role, with a demonstrated interest or some exposure to cloud computing (e.g., through internships, personal projects, or academic coursework).
• Foundational knowledge of at least one major cloud provider (GCP).
• Basic understanding of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles and tools (e.g., Terraform).
• Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments and command-line tools.
• Some exposure to scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) is a plus.
• English fluency B2/C1
• Understanding of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, HTTP/S, DNS).
• Eagerness to learn about containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude, with a willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively within a team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Entry-level cloud certifications (e.g., Google Cloud Digital Leader) are a plus.

About WPP Media

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