Cloud Operations Engineer

Internal Job Title: Hosting CloudOps Engineer

Work setup: We operate in a hybrid work environment, and we encourage applicants who are open to working in the office two days a week to apply.

Work schedule: Must be amenable to a shifting schedule, with earliest start times at 10:00 AM and latest start times at 4:00 PM (Manila time)

Employment type: Permanent

Location: Makati City, Metro Manila

Pay range: Php 62,000 to Php 84,000

We value transparency and want to ensure a good fit for both parties. We encourage applicants who are comfortable with this salary range to apply.

Discover a world of endless possibilities with Cambridge University Press & Assessment, a distinguished global academic publisher and assessment organization proudly affiliated with the prestigious University of Cambridge.

We are looking for a Cloud Operations Engineer to join our Manila Hosting Operations team. This role will be an opportunity for you to support and optimise cloud-based services by ensuring high availability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in a cloud-first environment.

Why Cambridge?

Cambridge University Press & Assessment is a world-renowned not-for-profit academic publisher and assessment organisation, proudly part of the prestigious University of Cambridge. With a legacy rooted in over 800 years of educational excellence, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and educators across the globe.

Joining Cambridge's second largest global office in the Philippines —operating for over 22 years with 1,300+ colleagues— means becoming a part of an extraordinary institution renowned worldwide. We are recognised as a Great Place to Work® for three consecutive years, reflecting our inclusive culture, strong sense of purpose, and commitment to the professional growth and well-being of our people. At Cambridge, we don't just publish books or deliver tests—we empower progress, inspire curiosity, and champion the pursuit of knowledge.

What can you get from Cambridge?

At Cambridge, you'll become a part of a vibrant and forward-thinking community that transcends tradition, fostering a culture of continuous growth and personal development. Here, we provide the right environment for you to thrive, supporting your professional journey and empowering you to reach your highest potential, that is why our pay philosophy is intricately tied to your skills and competencies, ensuring that your compensation aligns with the unique value you bring to the role you are applying for.

The organization offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities including:

• Regular Employment on Day 1
• HMO Coverage and Life Insurance on Day 1
• Paid Annual Leaves (Vacation, Well-being, Flexible, Holiday, and Volunteering leaves)
• Vesting/Retirement package
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Access to well-being programs
• Flexible schedule, hybrid work arrangement and work-life balance
• Opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from diverse branches that will expand your horizons and enrich your understanding of different cultures
  
  

What will you do as a Cloud Operations Engineer?

Reporting to the Hosting Operations Lead, your accountabilities will include:

• Ensure the day-to-day operation, monitoring, and availability of cloud services and environments
• Manage incidents, alerts, and service requests, including provisioning and configuring cloud resources
• Administer user access and permissions in line with security and compliance requirements
• Perform approved system updates, upgrade, and troubleshoot operational issues with proper escalation
• Collaborate with the Infrastructure team to maintain service stability and improve cloud operations
  
  

Please review the attached job description for further details on the role. 

What makes you the ideal candidate for this role?

An ideal candidate has the following qualities:

Essential:

• Demonstrates proficiency in cloud operations and system administration (Wintel, Linux) within enterprise environments
• Exhibits strong hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, FSx, VPC, IAM) and cloud infrastructure management
• Shows capability in incident management, troubleshooting, and IT service management processes
• Demonstrates effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Displays working knowledge of version control, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code practices
• Shows ability to work with Cloudflare and Panzura cloud services
• Demonstrates familiarity with Terraform or equivalent Infrastructure as Code tools
  
  

Desirable:

• Holds cloud and IT certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Terraform, ITIL)
  
  

Are you driven by desire to be part of a globally renowned institution that celebrates innovation, embraces inclusion, and empowers learners? Then, we invite you to Pursue your Potential with us.

Only applications received through the system will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received. Therefore, if you are interested, tailor-fit your CV (advantageous if you submit one with a Cover Letter) and submit as early as possible.

Please ensure to upload correct and updated details and documents as these cannot be changed once submitted.

 

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