Java Applications Architect

• Lead the architecture and design of cloud-native applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.
• Work on development of the application while implementing best practices for scalability, reliability, and maintainability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.

Required Experience:

• 10+ year's experience with Java EE, Spring Boot, and microservices frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Google) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Proficiency in API design and integration (REST, GraphQL).
• Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).
• Knowledge of security best practices for cloud-native applications.
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Exposure to serverless computing and cloud-native services.
• Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) for modeling complex business domains.
• Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
• Familiarity with performance tuning and high-availability strategies.
• Understanding of cost optimization in cloud environments.
• Healthcare industry experience preferred.
• Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.
• Preferred Experience in Texas or other state eligibility system.