Cloud Engineer

Apex Systems; Plano, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and optimize cloud-native microservices on AWS from a remote location. Ideal candidates will bring deep AWS experience, strong Python/Scala coding skills, and a track record of building scalable IAM integrations.

The role is remote (EST preferred) with a ~12-month duration and USC/GC eligibility. Compensation is hourly ($60–$70) with a possibility of full-time conversion depending on performance and business needs.

Qualifications

• 6-8+ years of hands-on AWS cloud engineering experience.
• Strong programming background in Python, Scala, or similar languages.
• Deep understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and system integrations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance cloud-native microservices in AWS.
• Integrate enterprise SaaS and third-party vendor products into IAM ecosystems.
• Drive DevOps best practices and automation across cloud environments.
• Support highly visible identity and access control platforms used across the organization.

Skills

AWS cloud engineering

Python

Scala

DevOps

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

Kubernetes

Git

Jenkins

Job description

# Cloud EngineerWe see you're coming in from Europe. Are you interested in a position with Everforth Apex? Send us your information and resume or call us at our Cork office [phone]**Job#: 3051355****Job Description:**Cloud Engineer**Location:** Remote (EST preferred)**Pay:** $60-$70/hr**Duration:** Approximately 12 months with potential for full-time conversion* USC/GC only* must have 4 year degree to convertKey Responsibilities* Design, develop, and enhance cloud-native microservices in AWS.* Integrate enterprise SaaS and third-party vendor products into IAM ecosystems.* Drive DevOps best practices and automation across cloud environments.* Support highly visible identity and access control platforms used across the organization.Required Qualifications* 6-8+ years of hands-on AWS cloud engineering experience.* Strong programming background in Python, Scala, or similar languages.* Deep understanding of cloud architecture, microservices, and system integrations.* Strong DevOps experience and familiarity with modern AI-assisted development tools (Claude, Windsurf).Preferred Qualifications* ServiceNow (SNOW) experience is beneficial but not required.* Prior experience integrating SaaS or third-party enterprise solutions. *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**Remote:** Yes**Location:** Plano, TX, US**Job Type:****Date Posted:** September 11, 2026**Pay Range:** $60 - $70 per hour