Apex Systems

Job#: 2072585

Job Description:

Apex Systems is looking for an AWS Cloud Platform Engineer to help grow and support our clients website and channels that sell to all consumers. The hiring manager needs someone with strong AWS experience, Kubernetes (EKS) and GitOps experience. If interested, please apply directly! Candidates must be willing to work Hybrid onsite in Miami, FL.

Position: AWS Cloud Platform Engineer

Contract Rate: 60-75/hr on W2 – Depending on the candidate

Length: 1 Year Contract to Perm!

Location: Miami, FL - Downtown

About the Role:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Cloud Platform Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will be instrumental in building, managing, and scaling our cloud infrastructure on AWS. You will be responsible for providing a robust and reliable platform that empowers our product teams to rapidly build and deploy innovative applications. You will leverage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) principles, GitOps methodologies, and cutting-edge observability tools to ensure the efficiency, security, and scalability of our cloud environment.

Must Haves:

1. Kubernetes/EKS

2. AWS knowledge – IAM, security groups, etc.

3. GitOps / GitHub

4. Strong communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, create, and manage AWS cloud resources using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools such as AWS CloudFormation and the AWS Cloud Development Kit (CDK).
• Containerization and Orchestration: Implement and manage containerized workloads in Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS) utilizing GitOps principles and the Flux CD tool.
• GitOps Workflow Enablement: Enable product teams to seamlessly build and deploy applications into EKS through the effective use of Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions, and Flux.
• Observability and Monitoring: Implement and manage comprehensive observability solutions using Splunk Observability Cloud, including metrics, logging, and tracing.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Proactively troubleshoot and resolve issues related to applications running across our AWS environment, including EKS, Elastic Beanstalk, and Lambda.
• CDN and WAF Management: Understand and work with Akamai as our Content Delivery Network (CDN) and Web Application Firewall (WAF) solution.
• Documentation and Standards: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for infrastructure, configurations, and operational procedures.
• Collaboration and Communication: Effectively communicate and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams (software engineers, security engineers, etc.) to deliver and maintain platform services.
• Stakeholder Communication: Clearly and concisely communicate technical concepts and issues to non-technical stakeholders.
• Diagramming and Visualization: Create and maintain clear and accurate diagrams illustrating infrastructure and architectural designs.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and best practices, and proactively identify opportunities for improvement within our platform.
• Security and Compliance: Implement and adhere to security best practices and compliance requirements within the cloud environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 5+ years of experience in a Cloud Engineering or DevOps role.
• Significant experience working with Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Proven experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools, preferably AWS CloudFormation and CDK.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications in Kubernetes, ideally with Amazon EKS.
• Strong understanding and practical experience with GitOps methodologies and tools, particularly Flux CD.
• Experience implementing and utilizing observability platforms, with preference for Splunk Observability Cloud (or similar tools like Datadog, New Relic).
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and experience with tools like GitHub Actions.
• Experience troubleshooting applications running in various AWS services (EKS, Elastic Beanstalk, Lambda).
• Familiarity with CDN and WAF solutions, with knowledge of Akamai being a significant advantage.
• Strong understanding of networking principles and security best practices in a cloud environment.
• Experience with scalable architectures, cloud platforms, and transactional applications.
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on impact-driven decision-making.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Ability to create and maintain clear and concise infrastructure and architecture diagrams (e.g., using tools like Lucidchart, draw.io).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• A proactive and continuous learning mindset.

Huge Plus:

• AWS Certifications (e.g., Certified Developer – Associate, Certified SysOps
• Administrator – Associate, Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional).
• Experience with other containerization technologies (e.g., Docker).
• Experience with other GitOps tools.
• Contributions to open-source projects.
• Experience with security scanning and vulnerability management tools.

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. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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.