Apex Systems
Cloud Engineer II
At end client, our engineers play a pivotal role in researching and uncovering new opportunities to strengthen the foundation of our digital products, all aimed at delivering an effortless customer experience. The Cloud Engineer II role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the organizations cloud infrastructure and solutions, developing and optimizing cloud-based applications and services, automating cloud operations, ensuring security and compliance, and providing technical mentorship and support. Together, we are committed to building and delivering an exceptional customer experience, making shipping frictionless for employees and customers alike. Essential Functions: Design, implement, and maintain the organizations cloud infrastructure and solutions for scalability, performance, and reliability. Develop and optimize cloud-based applications and services, ensuring adherence to best practices, industry standards, and cloud provider guidelines. Monitor and manage the cloud infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage systems, networking components, and related services. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications, providing expert-level support and guidance to junior engineers and development teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, data engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams, to ensure seamless integration and compatibility. Automate cloud operations, including deployment, monitoring, backup/recovery, and incident response processes using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools. Develop and maintain cloud automation scripts, IaC templates, and applications, adhering to coding best practices and security protocols. Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers and teams on cloud technologies and best practices. Ensure the security, privacy, and compliance of cloud infrastructure and applications, implementing industry-standard security controls and policies. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, or a similar role. Strong knowledge of cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), cloud architecture, and cloud services (e.g., compute, storage, networking, databases, security). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation), scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash), and experience with automation tools. Understanding of cloud best practices, security protocols, and compliance standards. Experience with cloud infrastructure management tools, monitoring solutions, and cloud integration. Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills for complex cloud issues. Strong communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
At end client, our engineers play a pivotal role in researching and uncovering new opportunities to strengthen the foundation of our digital products, all aimed at delivering an effortless customer experience. The Cloud Engineer II role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the organizations cloud infrastructure and solutions, developing and optimizing cloud-based applications and services, automating cloud operations, ensuring security and compliance, and providing technical mentorship and support. Together, we are committed to building and delivering an exceptional customer experience, making shipping frictionless for employees and customers alike. Essential Functions: Design, implement, and maintain the organizations cloud infrastructure and solutions for scalability, performance, and reliability. Develop and optimize cloud-based applications and services, ensuring adherence to best practices, industry standards, and cloud provider guidelines. Monitor and manage the cloud infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage systems, networking components, and related services. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications, providing expert-level support and guidance to junior engineers and development teams. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, data engineers, security teams, and infrastructure teams, to ensure seamless integration and compatibility. Automate cloud operations, including deployment, monitoring, backup/recovery, and incident response processes using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation tools. Develop and maintain cloud automation scripts, IaC templates, and applications, adhering to coding best practices and security protocols. Provide technical mentorship and training to junior engineers and teams on cloud technologies and best practices. Ensure the security, privacy, and compliance of cloud infrastructure and applications, implementing industry-standard security controls and policies. Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. 3-5 years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, or a similar role. Strong knowledge of cloud providers (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), cloud architecture, and cloud services (e.g., compute, storage, networking, databases, security). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation), scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash), and experience with automation tools. Understanding of cloud best practices, security protocols, and compliance standards. Experience with cloud infrastructure management tools, monitoring solutions, and cloud integration. Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and serverless architectures. Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills for complex cloud issues. Strong communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities. EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystems.com or 844-463-6178. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.