Apprenticeship: Junior Cloud Engineer

About the Role

Our client is looking for eager and ambitious individuals to join their dynamic team as Junior Cloud Engineer Apprentices. This is an on-site apprenticeship program designed to provide comprehensive training and hands‑on experience in cloud computing technologies. You will work under the guidance of experienced cloud architects and engineers, learning about cloud infrastructure, deployment, management, and security. This program is an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a career in cloud technology, gain practical skills, and earn while they learn. The apprenticeship will be based at our state‑of‑the‑art facility in Port Harcourt, Rivers, NG.

Program Highlights

• Structured training program covering key cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Hands‑on experience in deploying, configuring, and managing cloud resources.
• Exposure to cloud networking, storage, compute, and security services.
• Learning about Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Understanding of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Training in monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting cloud environments.
• Introduction to cloud security best practices and compliance.
• Mentorship from senior cloud professionals.
• Opportunity to work on real‑world cloud projects.
• Development of problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Career development guidance and support.
• Gaining valuable industry certifications.
• Collaborating with IT and development teams.
• Assisting in the migration of applications to the cloud.
• Understanding of DevOps principles and practices.
• Contributing to documentation of cloud infrastructure and processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field is a plus.
• Strong interest in cloud computing and technology.
• Basic understanding of computer systems, networks, and operating systems (Windows/Linux).
• Good analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively in a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) is an advantage.
• Familiarity with virtualisation concepts is beneficial.
• Proactive attitude and a desire to contribute.
• Passion for technology and continuous learning.

Location

Port Harcourt, Rivers, NG.