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Terraform
Amazon Web Services
Docker
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Conflict Resolution
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Apex
Oracle Application Express
Job Details
Job#: 2075990
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking a Cloud Ops Engineer with strong hands-on experience in AWS and a deep understanding of infrastructure as code. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Terraform and AWS CDK and have experience deploying containerized applications using Docker and EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service). This role involves building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, integrating automated test cases, and collaborating closely with developers to ensure seamless deployment and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Must-Have Qualifications
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
Why Join Us?
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 or .
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.
Job Description:
About the Role
We are seeking a Cloud Ops Engineer with strong hands-on experience in AWS and a deep understanding of infrastructure as code. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Terraform and AWS CDK and have experience deploying containerized applications using Docker and EKS (Elastic Kubernetes Service). This role involves building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, integrating automated test cases, and collaborating closely with developers to ensure seamless deployment and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Deploy and manage infrastructure in AWS using Terraform and AWS CDK.
- Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab, ensuring efficient and reliable deployment processes.
- Support containerized application deployments, leveraging Docker and EKS to optimize scalability and performance.
- Implement blue-green deployment strategies to minimize downtime and risk during updates.
- Integrate and execute automated test cases within deployment pipelines to maintain software quality.
- Collaborate with development teams to streamline integration and delivery processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues, ensuring resilience and operational efficiency.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Strong hands-on experience with AWS, including cloud infrastructure deployment and management.
- Proficiency in Terraform and AWS CDK, with a solid grasp of infrastructure as code principles.
- Experience deploying containerized applications using Docker and EKS.
- Familiarity with GitLab, including experience in building and managing CI/CD pipelines.
- Ability to integrate and execute automated test cases within CI/CD workflows.
- Solid understanding of Git, including branching, tagging, and conflict resolution.
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Experience with Python scripting for automation and deployment tasks.
- Familiarity with Kubernetes, extending beyond EKS-specific implementations.
- Knowledge of blue-green and canary deployment strategies, optimizing release management.
- Monitoring experience using Datadog and Splunk, ensuring proactive infrastructure health monitoring.
- Exposure to Node.js environments, providing additional flexibility in tooling and application integration.
Why Join Us?
- Work with modern cloud technologies, driving automation and scalability in a cloud-native environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth, including skill development in high-demand cloud and DevOps technologies.
- A collaborative and forward-thinking team, committed to innovation and efficiency.
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 or .
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.
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