Application Architect 5

Apex Systems; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan

ESPP

HSA

EAP with counseling

Training & certification support

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking an experienced Application Architect to lead strategic API initiatives and oversee cloud deployments within an agile environment. The role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing robust integration solutions while guiding a team in a microservices-driven architecture.

Ideal candidates will have 10–15 years in API integration, cloud adoption, and DevOps, with strong leadership capabilities and hands-on Java or .NET expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• 10–15 years of professional experience in API integration, cloud deployment, microservices architecture, and DevOps with leadership experience.
• Proficiency in RESTful APIs and integration techniques, with hands-on programming in Java or .NET.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust API solutions to support integration requirements.
• Lead deployment of APIs to cloud environments for scalability and reliability.
• Architect and manage microservices architecture to support API integration.
• Apply modern DevOps practices to enhance development, integration, and deployment processes.
• Develop technical solutions and supervise their implementation.
• Serve as Tech Lead, providing guidance and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high quality and integrity.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to manage projects and deliver solutions.

Skills

RESTful APIs

Java

.NET

Cloud deployment

Microservices

DevOps practices

Tech leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Job#: 3055661

Job Description:

Application Architect 5

Location: Deerfield, Illinois (On-site)

Role Overview

An experienced Application Architect is required to lead strategic API initiatives, ensuring seamless integration and robust deployment within cloud environments. This position focuses on designing, developing, and implementing reliable integration solutions while overseeing microservices architecture. The selected professional will provide technical leadership, supervise solution implementation, and champion engineering best practices within an agile framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust API solutions to support organizational integration requirements.
• Lead the deployment of APIs to cloud environments, ensuring high scalability and system reliability.
• Architect and manage microservices architecture to support seamless API integration.
• Apply modern DevOps practices to enhance development, integration, and deployment processes.
• Develop comprehensive technical solutions and supervise their successful implementation.
• Serve as Tech Lead, providing technical guidance, support, and mentorship to the engineering team.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high-quality standards and system integrity.
• Utilize Agile methodologies to manage projects and deliver technical solutions efficiently.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related technical discipline is preferred.

Experience: Ten to fifteen years of professional experience in API integration, cloud deployment, microservices architecture, and DevOps practices, with a proven track record in technical leadership roles.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in RESTful APIs and integration techniques, combined with hands-on programming experience in Java or .NET environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the healthcare industry.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and Scrum frameworks.

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.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth 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. Everforth 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, Everforth 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. Everforth 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 Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth 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. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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© 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc. NYSE: EFOR 4400 Cox Road Suite 200 Glen Allen, Virginia 23060 Everforth Apex 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. Everforth 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 Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.