🚀 Junior AWS Engineer
Location: Remote (Philippines)
Contract: Full-Time
Join the Future of Digital Tech with Kolomolo
At Kolomolo, we don’t just follow trends – we set them. As a global supplier of IT services and digital modernization solutions, we help businesses embrace cutting-edge technology to optimize their operations. Now, we are growing and looking for fresh talent to grow with us.
Are you proactive, tech-savvy, and eager to build your career in IT? This role could be your perfect fit.
About the Role
As a Junior AWS Engineer, you will support the stability, availability, and performance of cloud-based systems running on AWS. This is a support-focused role organized around a rotating shift schedule (4 weekdays + 1 alternating weekend day), ensuring critical infrastructure remains healthy, monitored, and responsive.
You will assist with incident handling, cloud monitoring, system checks, and basic AWS operations. This role is ideal for early-career engineers who want hands-on exposure to AWS environments and opportunities to grow under the guidance of more experienced engineers.
What You’ll Be Doing
• Monitor AWS services and infrastructure for availability, performance, and alerts.
• Provide Level 1–2 support for cloud-related issues.
• Perform basic AWS operations such as EC2 checks, S3 access reviews, IAM updates (guided), and CloudWatch alarm investigations.
• Troubleshoot incidents and escalate complex issues to senior engineers when needed.
• Execute routine system checks, maintenance actions, and operational tasks.
• Document steps, troubleshooting actions, and known issues for internal knowledge bases.
• Work closely with senior engineers to learn best practices and operational standards.
• Participate in a rotating support schedule (08:00–16:00, 4 weekdays + 1 alternating weekend day).
Technologies & Tools
• Cloud Platform:
AWS (EC2, S3, IAM, CloudWatch, RDS – foundational level)
• Monitoring & Support:
CloudWatch, AWS Console, ticketing systems (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow), basic AWS CLI
• Processes & Frameworks:
ITIL fundamentals, incident management, operational monitoring
What We’re Looking For
1–2 years of hands-on experience supporting AWS environments in a cloud, DevOps, or IT operations role
Foundational knowledge of core AWS services, including EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, and CloudWatch
Ability to monitor cloud infrastructure, recognize alerts, and perform first-line troubleshooting
Familiarity with incident management workflows, ticketing systems, and escalation procedures
Strong problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach to issue resolution
Ability to follow operational runbooks, security guidelines, and documentation standards
Clear and professional communication skills for working with technical teams and documenting incidents
Willingness and availability to work in a rotating support schedule, including weekend shifts
Nice to Have
• AWS Cloud Practitioner or AWS Solutions Architect Associate certification.
• Basic scripting knowledge (Bash, Python, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Exposure to DevOps concepts or CI/CD pipelines.
🌟 Why Join Kolomolo?
At Kolomolo, we prioritize innovation, agility, and autonomy. Our teams have the freedom to own their work, share ideas, and make meaningful contributions. Inspired by Scandinavian values, we believe in work-life harmony and creating an inclusive culture where everyone thrives.
You will be part of a passionate, skilled, and friendly team that works hard and celebrates together. Here, you can build your career on your own terms, with opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact.
Our Flat Structure & The Culture of Inclusion
At Kolomolo, we break the corporate mold. We offer:
Agile Teams & Autonomy: No micromanagement. You’ll own your projects and enjoy the freedom to innovate.
Work-Life Harmony: Inspired by Scandinavian values, we prioritize balance and flexibility, where remote work and asynchronous collaboration are in our DNA.
Learning & Growth: Continuous learning is at our core. We reward hard work, value smart ideas, and foster an environment of mutual respect and trust.
Inclusive Culture: We believe in DEI: diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to creating an environment where every individual, regardless of background, identity, or experience, feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Ready for the next step? Apply now and start an exciting journey of growth and innovation with us!
