Job#: 2073074

Job Description:

Role: Cloud Engineer Senior

Supporting: Large Financial Services Client

Location: Onsite - McLean, VA

Position Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Engineer with strong experience in AWS Cloud Automation. This role involves designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based database systems, leveraging automation, scalability, and reliability. Youll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with talented professionals, and directly impact the success of a large financial services client. This position offers professional growth, career advancement, and competitive compensation. Join us and be part of a dynamic team delivering innovative cloud solutions!

Key Responsibilities:

• Database Management: Design, implement, and maintain cloud-based databases such as AWS Aurora, MongoDB Atlas, DocumentDB, Neptune, DynamoDB, and ElasticCache using AWS services.
• Cloud Automation: Develop automation workflows for provisioning, configuration, backups, patching, and scaling using tools like AWS CloudFormation, AWS Lambda, Step Functions, and Python.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Use IaC tools (AWS CloudFormation, Terraform, Rafay) to manage infrastructure as code.
• Database Performance Tuning: Demonstrate expertise in one or more database technologies, focusing on performance tuning aspects of databases and SQL queries.
• Database Architecture and Engineering: Apply strong skills in database architecture and engineering.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience (required).
• Extensive PostgreSQL experience, including architecture, internals, and best practices.
• Proven database design, development, and optimization skills.
• Effective troubleshooting and resolution of PostgreSQL issues.
• Experience with AWS Aurora management, monitoring, and performance optimization.
• Strong understanding of AWS ecosystem and automation tools.
• Proficient in database administration, including performance monitoring, backup and recovery, and security management.
• Preferable experience with Oracle and MongoDB.
• Expertise in database migration strategies using AWS DMS services.
• Familiarity with tools for migrating data between different database systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, driven, and creative.

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.

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.

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.