Staff Cloud Engineer (IaC/Terraform/Python) STAND 8
Tempe, AZ20 days ago
- $150,000–$175,000 Per Year
- Full-time
| Location | Phoenix, AZ |
| Salary | $65–$80 Per Hour |
Job#: 3044646
Job Description:
Java Architect / Technical Program Manager
The Java Architect / Technical Program Manager will provide technical leadership and delivery oversight for complex enterprise application initiatives. This role is ideal for a hands-on Java Architect, Principal Engineer, or Senior Technical Lead with proven experience leading large-scale software projects and engineering teams.
The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in Java-based application development and architecture with strong program management and stakeholder leadership capabilities.
This individual will be responsible for driving architecture decisions, reviewing and guiding software design, managing technical dependencies and risks, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple engineering teams. They will serve as a trusted technical leader capable of engaging directly with developers, architects, product leaders, and executives while maintaining accountability for both technical excellence and project execution.
Key Responsibilities
Java Architecture & Technical Leadership
Project & Program Leadership
Modern Software Engineering
Support adoption of modern development practices including:
Java/Spring Boot development
Microservices architecture
Cloud-native solutions
CI/CD pipelines
Automated testing
Containerization technologies
Partner with DevOps teams to improve deployment automation, monitoring, and operational excellence.
Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
8+ years of software engineering experience with significant focus on Java application development.
Prior experience as a:
Java Architect
Solution Architect
Lead Java Developer
Principal Software Engineer
Technical Lead
Strong hands-on expertise in:
Java
Spring / Spring Boot
REST APIs
Microservices
Distributed systems
Enterprise integrations
Application architecture and design patterns
Experience leading large-scale software development projects and cross-functional engineering teams.
Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies and software development lifecycle management.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Ideal Candidate
A hands-on Java Architect who has successfully led large-scale software projects and engineering teams. The individual should be comfortable discussing code, reviewing architecture, challenging technical decisions, managing project execution, and communicating effectively with executives and stakeholders.
Important: Candidates should possess strong Java development and architecture experience. A Java coding assessment will be part of the interview process, and candidates should be capable of demonstrating hands-on technical proficiency in addition to leadership and project management experience.
EEO Employer
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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 ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
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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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Employee Type:
Contract
Location:
Phoenix, AZ, US
Job Type:
Date Posted:
August 5, 2026
Pay Range:
$65 - $80 per hour
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