Job#: 3026401 Job Description: Cloud Architect
Location: Chandler, Arizona (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Role Overview
We are seeking a Cloud Architect to create solutions aligned with our organization's cloud strategy. This role involves designing and implementing new software solutions for cloud enablement, as well as maintaining and enhancing existing software. The successful candidate will work across technology teams to ensure code adheres to standards for accessibility, security, and performance, while actively participating in architecture reviews and design meetings.
Key Responsibilities
- Work across technology to create solutions aligned with the organization's cloud strategy.
- Perform product design activities and architect new software solutions.
- Design and implement new software solutions as part of the cloud enablement strategy.
- Maintain and enhance existing software, ensuring adherence to strict standards.
- Write and conduct unit and integration tests.
- Function and communicate within a development team including developers, quality assurance, and project management.
- Actively participate in requirements, architecture reviews, and design meetings.
- Implement a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of 3 days per week on-site.
Required Qualifications
Experience: A minimum of 7 years of experience in Information Technology, with at least 5 years in Cloud Engineering (Azure/AWS/Google Cloud Platform).
Technical Skills:- Experience writing infrastructure as code using Terraform (including Terraform Enterprise, Private Module Registry, Sentinel).
- Experience building and working with public cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform).
- Deep knowledge of web protocols, multiple operating systems, hypervisors, and distributed systems architecture.
- Deep knowledge of Azure Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) or similar frameworks.
- Experience with cloud security (e.g., Azure Policy, Azure Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel).
- Hands-on experience with CI/CD toolchains such as Maven/Jenkins.
- Proficiency in general programming languages such as Java or Python.
- Experience with configuration management and automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, CloudFormation, Salt).
- Experience with identity management frameworks and tools.
- Experience in Linux/UNIX system administration.
- Experience with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
Preferred Qualifications
- Cloud provider certification (e.g., Azure certification AZ-900).
- Experience with the Go programming language.
- Familiarity with Agile development practices and test-driven development.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated pay range for this position is $65.00 to $70.24 per hour. Please note that the final pay rate will be determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and location.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
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 Benefits 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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
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.
Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.