As an Associate Cloud Engineer, your primary responsibility is to ensure that cloud-based applications and infrastructure are reliable, scalable, and secure. You'll need to have a strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies, as well as experience working with cloud platforms like Google Cloud. Your role will involve designing, deploying, and managing cloud-based solutions, monitoring performance and identifying issues, and optimizing cloud infrastructure to meet the needs of the organization. Strong communication and collaboration skills are also essential, as you'll need to work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that cloud-based applications and infrastructure meet business requirements.