Architect 1

Apex Systems, LLC; North Olmsted (OH); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Raymond, OH, onsite, seeks an Architect 1 to design, deploy, and support AWS-hosted environments for SDV and engineering initiatives. You will provision non-production resources, administer Kubernetes/OpenShift, and monitor systems for health and cost efficiency.

The role includes reviewing application architectures, creating deployment diagrams, and collaborating with governance, security, and engineering teams to validate solutions. Experience with IBM ELM is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, deploying, and supporting AWS-hosted environments for SDV and engineering initiatives.
• Ability to provision, configure, and maintain non-production AWS resources (compute, networking, storage, security).
• Experience administering Kubernetes/OpenShift environments and managing worker nodes.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and support AWS-hosted environments for SDV and engineering initiatives.
• Provision, configure, and maintain non-production AWS resources including compute, networking, storage, and security.
• Administer Kubernetes/OpenShift environments and manage worker nodes.
• Monitor environment health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize for performance, availability, and cost.
• Review architectures and deployment designs for secure, scalable, reliable solutions.

Skills

AWS

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Cloud architecture

Cost optimization

Documentation

Tools

IBM ELM

Job description

# Architect 1Apply**Job#: 3054703****Job Description:**Architect 1**Location:** Raymond, Ohio (Onsite)Role OverviewThis role focuses on engineering application support for Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) applications, encompassing architecture reviews, deployment, and ongoing support. The position involves designing, deploying, and supporting AWS-hosted environments and applications that are integral to SDV and engineering initiatives. The objective is to enhance solution quality, establish repeatable AWS deployment practices, and strengthen team capabilities in cloud architecture and SDV platforms.Key Responsibilities* Design, deploy, and support AWS-hosted environments and applications for SDV and engineering initiatives.* Provision, configure, and maintain non-production AWS resources, including compute, networking, storage, and security services.* Administer Kubernetes/OpenShift environments, including the creation and management of worker nodes.* Monitor environment health, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements for performance, availability, and cost optimization.* Review application architectures, code, and deployment designs to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable solutions.* Create architecture documentation, deployment diagrams, and technical assessments for architecture reviews.* Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and governance teams to validate solution designs.* Support the onboarding, deployment, and operation of Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) development and validation platforms.* Provide architecture and technical consultation for IBM ELM and other engineering application platforms.* Contribute to the long-term technical roadmap for engineering and SDV platforms.Preferred Qualifications* Successfully onboard and support new SDV-related applications and cloud environments.* Improve solution quality and readiness for Architecture Reviews.* Establish repeatable AWS deployment and operational support practices.* Strengthen team capabilities in cloud architecture, SDV platforms, and engineering application support. *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 uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**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.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** Contract**Location:** Raymond, OH, US**Job Type:** Infrastructure and Security**Date Posted:** October 5, 2026**Pay Range:** $45 - $55 per hour