Cloud Engineer

We are seeking a senior-level Cloud Engineer to lead a development team on a significant modernization project. This role involves building new cloud infrastructure and developing APIs. The ideal candidate will guide junior developers within an agile team structure, contributing to the creation of new architecture and APIs from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of 10-12 developers in an agile environment.
Build new cloud infrastructure on AWS, specifically utilizing AWS EKS.
Set up and manage services including AWS Batch and distributed message queues like RabbitMQ.
Design and develop new Java-based API microservices for message translation and formatting.
Guide junior engineers on the team and take a leadership position on the initiative.
Work on a modernization effort focused on messaging and messaging formats.
Build new architecture and APIs from scratch.
Required Qualifications
Experience with AWS EKS and AWS Batch.
Proficiency with distributed message queue systems.
Experience with API design for Java applications.
Knowledge of Terraform for infrastructure as code.
Familiarity with Oracle DB.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities and strong soft skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the financial services industry.
Previous experience working with DTCC systems or projects.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth 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 ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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