Cloud Platform Engineer at Apex Systems, Inc. in Houston, TX

Job#: 2044479

Job Description:

#2044479

Cloud Platform Engineer

Type: Direct hire

Location: Houston, Texas

Schedule: Onsite Tuesday - Thursdays. Remote Monday and Fridays

Responsibilities:

Maintaining DevOps pipelines with Azure DevOps for cloud infrastructure and applications
Building a wide variety of AWS services using Terraform including both IaaS and PaaS services
Contributing to Terraform modules hosted in the Terraform Cloud private module registry
Deploying infrastructure using Terraform Cloud to support day-to-day operations
Take a code first, automation-driven mindset to implement solutions- avoid ClickOps
Provide guidance on DevOps, Terraform, and AWS to junior engineers
Provide technical guidance on reading and creating CloudWatch metrics for both technical and non-technical users
Provisioning AWS account using AWS Account Factory for Terraform
Troubleshooting AWS cloud networking, VPCs, Transit Gateway, DirectConnect and Route 53
Understanding of AWS IAM permissions with the ability to troubleshoot access issues
Implementing AWS Automation Documents across the organization
Supporting the needs of both technical and non-technical users with ServiceNow ticketing
Troubleshooting various issues utilizing Athena queries for AWS CloudTrail or Systems Manager Inventory
Reviewing the AWS Health dashboard to ensure that any upcoming issues or changes are accounted for
Maintaining automated deployment, monitoring, and scaling solutions to ensure the smooth operation of our cloud-based systems, primarily AWS
Conducting regular performance assessments and capacity planning to identify and address potential bottlenecks and ensure optimal system performance
Implementing and maintaining robust monitoring, alerting, and incident response systems to proactively identify and resolve issues

Required Qualifications:

Expert proficiency in Terraform, state files, and Terraform modules
Experience writing Terraform modules
Proficiency in any DevOps automation toolchain (Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
Proficiency in any Terraform platform (Terraform Cloud, Spacelift, Env0)
Git
AWS CLI, Linux
Command line scripting such as bash or PowerShell
Understanding of AWS Control Tower
AWS cloud networking, VPCs, Transit Gateway, and DirectConnect, NACLs, security groups
AWS IAM
AWS container services such as ECR, ECS, EKS, Fargate, App Runner, etc.
Understanding Docker and containerization
Utilize DevOps pipeline automation using Azure DevOps (Git, YAML Pipelines)
Developing infrastructure as code using Terraform
Provide support to both technical and non-technical users
Developing monitoring, alerting, and scaling for solutions (AWS CloudWatch, EventBridge)
Communication skills (written and verbal English is a must). Ability to work well with people and assess each customer’s individual needs. Need to be able to communicate with people and businesses outside of the organization and company, which may include business stakeholders, vendors, and service providers.
Strong customer service ethos with experience in change management.
Excellent organizational skills including accurate records keeping and proper documentation.
Ability to work independently, self-organize, follow through without reminders, follow up, multi-task, follow processes and policies (including environmental & safety), and act as a contributing member of a team environment.

Desired Qualification:

Azure DevOps
Terraform Cloud
AWS Account Factory for Terraform
Multi-cloud environments
Microsoft Azure
Kubernetes

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 [email protected] 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.