Junior Cloud Engineer

Launch your career with Exact as a Junior Cloud Engineer! In this entry-level role, you will build, run, and evolve the cloud hosting environments for our applications delivered as a full SaaS to our customers. We focus on critical operations and projects, utilizing AWS and Azure infrastructure. Our mission is to automate as much as possible within our cloud operations, allowing you to collaborate closely with Application Developers and the Customer Success organization.

This = your role

As a Junior Cloud Engineer, you will work alongside a team of engineers on complex systems and critical platforms for our clients. You'll learn from experienced colleagues who understand business contexts and requirements, and design innovative systems. Your role will involve supporting the Cloud Operations team, contributing to automation efforts, and helping maintain secure, up-to-date, and available platforms.

This = what you bring

The position is tailored for recent Computer Science graduates who are passionate about cloud technologies. We welcome candidates who may have exposure to or willingness to learn about the following tools and practices:

• Basic understanding of Azure or AWS environments, including both Windows and Linux servers.
• Eagerness to learn automation tools such as Terraform, Bicep, Kubernetes, PowerShell, Bash, and Azure DevOps.
• Ability to program in Java, C# and/or Python.
• Curiosity to learn how to build CI/CD pipelines, YAML, and work with monitoring tools like Splunk.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive attitude toward teamwork and knowledge sharing.
• Assertive working attitude, strong communicator and not afraid to make mistakes.

This = what you get

At Exact, we value work-life balance and provide a vibrant workplace. As a Junior Cloud Engineer, working 40 hours per week, you can expect:

• Over 2000 colleagues worldwide, with over 200 technology colleagues in our offices in Delft HQ, Utrecht, Eindhoven, Zwolle, and more than 300 colleagues in our Kuala Lumpur development center (since 1998).
• Practice work-life balance and flexible working hours.
• Events such as a global hackathon and Tech Talks to develop and display your skills.
• Useful training sessions via our learning and development center that help you to fulfill your career potential.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a salary that reflects your experience and skill.
• Thirteenth Month: Benefit from an additional month’s salary beyond your annual compensation.
• A modern pension scheme.
• 27 Vacation days.
• Hybrid Working Model: Enjoy the flexibility of 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.
• Home Office Supplies: Receive the necessary tools and equipment to support your home office setup.
• Up to 5 Loyalty days, where you earn one additional day off for each full year of employment.
• Up to 3 "Giving Back" days, which you can use for a charity of your choice.

About Exact

Exact develops cloud software for small and medium-sized companies and their accountants. The products automate business processes in areas such as Finance and HR and provide specific ERP solutions for wholesale distribution, manufacturing, projects and construction. This saves time and provides insight. It enables customers to work efficiently, make informed decisions and continue growing. More than 675,000 companies primarily in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany already rely on Exact's software.

Exact was founded in 1984 in Delft, the Netherlands, which is still the location of our head office. Every day, more than 2,000 ambitious professionals work on innovation. Driving responsible business, with respect for each other, the environment and society is central to this.