Software Engineer- AWS Connect

Apex Systems; Durham, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Health insurance

Job summary

Everforth Apex seeks a Senior Java Software Engineer to join our Corporate IT team in Durham, NC. You will lead backend services and UI work, architect solutions for AWS/Connect, and mentor developers in a fast-paced, enterprise environment.

You will design and implement Amazon Connect features, build RESTful services, and drive a DevOps culture with automated builds, tests, and deployments. Strong Java, Spring, and cloud experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent required.
• 10+ years of experience in Architect/Lead/Engineer roles.
• Expert knowledge of Java enterprise development and integration middleware.
• 3+ years of hands-on architecture for large enterprise solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and management of back-end services and UI development.
• Document architectural decisions and present to stakeholders.
• Provide architectural guidance to the development team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create agile, intuitive software.
• Deliver prototypes and reusable microservice components.
• Design and implement Amazon Connect related features.
• Develop complex RESTful services in an Agile environment.
• Conduct code and design reviews and enforce best practices.
• Design and run functional/system integration tests and automation.
• Foster a DevOps culture around CI/CD, builds, deployments, and scaling.
• Contribute to SOA standards and perform impact analysis.
• Mentor and train developers to solve technical challenges.
• Drive innovation and creative thinking in solution development.

Skills

Java

Spring Core

AWS

Amazon Connect

REST APIs

CI/CD

DevOps

Microservices

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

JPA/Hibernate

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Terraform

Job description

# Software Engineer- AWS ConnectApply**Job#: 3043556****Job Description:****Senior Java Software Engineer AWS + Connect**Apex is seeking a skilled Software Engineering to join our Client's Corporate IT team. In this role, you will leverage your extensive technology expertise to develop innovative solutions in the healthcare industry. As a key member of our Contact Center team, you will contribute to the creation and implementation of enterprise solutions and standards for our AWS cloud IaaS platform, including Amazon Connect integrations.Key Responsibilities:1. Lead technical design, planning, and management of back-end services and UI development2. Document and present architectural decisions to team members, peers, and management3. Provide architectural guidance to the development team4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create agile, intuitive, and user-friendly software5. Deliver prototypes, reusable microservice components, and advanced solutions6. Desing, implement and maintain Amazon Connect related features and functionality7. Develop complex RESTful services in an Agile development environment8. Perform code and design reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices9. Design and implement functional/system integration tests and automation10. Foster a DevOps culture around automation of builds, testing, deployments, and scaling11. Contribute to SOA standards and conduct impact analysis12. Mentor and train developers, helping to solve technical challenges13. Drive innovation and creative thinking in solution development Required Qualifications:* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent* 10+ years of experience as an Architect, Technical Lead, or Software Engineer* Expert knowledge of Java (7+) enterprise development and integration middleware* 3+ years of hands-on application architecture experience for large enterprise solutions* 7+ years of experience with Java, Spring Core, Spring Integration, Spring Boot, Spring MVC, and Spring Security* Experience with Amazon Connect, including contact flows, queues, routing, Lex Chatbots, CCP, client streams.* Extensive web application development experience for high-scale applications* Advanced skills in implementing Service APIs (SOAP, REST) with market-leading API Management tools* Extensive experience delivering microservice-based architecture using APIs, containers, and automation* Advanced knowledge of RDBMS SQL (e.g., DB2, Oracle) and Java integration using Spring Data, JPA, Hibernate* Experience with NoSQL implementations (e.g. AWS DynamoDB)* Experience with cloud-based technologies (preferably AWS or Kubernetes with OpenShift)* Expert knowledge of data integration solutions in multi-user, multi-platform, multi-tier environments* Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools* Strong analytical, communication, and team collaboration skills* Proficiency in Agile/SCRUM methodology Preferred Skills:* Experience with Python and NodeJS* Understanding of Cyara designer* Knowledge of front-end technologies: Angular, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript* Hands-on experience with AWS technologies (Lambda, SQS, EC2, ECS, Terraform)Pay Rate: $60-70/hr *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:** Durham, NC, US**Job Type:** Applications and Data Management**Date Posted:** July 23, 2026**Pay Range:** $65 - $75 per hour