Full Stack Cloud Engineer (AWS)

Full Stack Cloud Engineer (AWS)

Apex Systems

Chicago, IL • On-site, Remote

$80 - $90/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Job#: 3035073
Job Description:
Full Stack Cloud Engineer (AWS)
Location: Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Role Overview
We are looking for a skilled Full Stack Cloud Engineer to help build and scale an Insurance Accounting System. This role requires experience in AWS, serverless computing, Data ETL pipelines, and relational databases. You will work on an application with a lean and autonomous development team, demonstrating experience in system development and application design. Successful engineers will combine their IT expertise with financial business knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
  • Assume end-to-end ownership of the application (TypeScript/SQL) and infrastructure code (Terraform).
  • Attend design and product meetings, providing technical insight into implementation.
  • Operate independently and autonomously using the task board in Azure DevOps.
  • Navigate an enterprise organization that requires collaboration across many teams.
Required Qualifications
Experience:
  • 10+ years of experience working on distributed architecture in AWS or another cloud provider.
  • 5+ years of experience in TypeScript.
  • 2+ years of experience in an enterprise organization.
  • Experience with Terraform or another Infrastructure as Code (IaC) language.
  • Comfort working in existing systems and integrating across systems, such as between on-premises services and the cloud.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure.

Technical Skills:
  • TypeScript
  • Python
  • Cloud architecture
  • Serverless computing
  • Relational databases
  • ETL pipelines
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working on financial applications.
  • Experience working with data visualization applications.
  • Snowflake database experience.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated pay range for this position is $80.00/hour to $90.00/hour. This is a contract role with the potential for extension.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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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 ClearlyRated's 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 for more details.
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.



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Full Stack Software Engineer?

A: To succeed as a Full Stack Software Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, and HTML/CSS, as well as expertise in frameworks like React, Angular, and Node.js. Additionally, strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and the ability to learn new technologies quickly are essential soft skills, along with effective communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams. By combining these technical and soft skills, a Full Stack Software Engineer can efficiently design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable software applications, driving career growth and effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a Full Stack Software Engineer?

A: A Full Stack Software Engineer's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior Software Engineer, where they focus on developing foundational skills in programming languages, frameworks, and databases. As they gain experience, they can move into mid-level roles such as a Software Engineer or a Team Lead, where they take on more complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to technical decision-making. Ultimately, senior roles like Technical Lead, Architect, or Engineering Manager offer opportunities for strategic leadership, technical vision, and career advancement, with potential long-term directions including entrepreneurship, technical consulting, or specialized roles in emerging technologies.



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