Application Architect

Job#: 3018833

Job Description:

Apex Systems is currently hiring for a Senior Java Application Architect role with one of our top clients in the Durham,& Burlington, NC area.

Qualified candidates will have the following experience and skills:

• 10+ years of experience as an Architect, Technical Lead, Consultant, with a focus on hands-on implementation.
• Proficiency in Java SE (Standard Edition) and Java EE (Enterprise Edition), Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Java 17/21 programming concepts
• Strong experience in developing RESTful web services using the Spring framework

Location: Durham, NC or Burlington, NC

Onsite expectation: 3 days onsite/2 days remote

Pay range: $70-$75 an hour

Duration: 6 month contract with potential for fulltime

If you are interested, please apply here or email an updated copy of your resume to

Our client is actively searching for an experienced Senior Java Application Architect who will leverage their technology skills to develop business solutions within the healthcare industry. You will be challenged with cutting-edge technologies to provide a modern framework for container, cloud, and serverless Java/Linux-based solutions.

You will be engaged in a wide variety of work, including but not limited to:

• Web applications and web service development
• Platform development
• Automation
• Coaching/mentoring of teams adopting the platforms

You will contribute technical thought leadership in our agile development teams and deal with complex business integrations, eliciting requirements, and implementing secure and high-performance services consumed by various devices and applications across the organization. You will drive our software evolution and innovations ensuring that we meet our internal and external clients' software needs today and tomorrow.

Most importantly, you'll be engaged in meaningful work for an organization that is committed to "improving health, improving lives, and pursuit of answers" every day.

Responsibilities

• Successfully plan and deliver complex, long-term projects involving multiple teams and external dependencies.
• Oversee multiple projects in terms of architecture, design, implementation, maintenance, support, and technical debt management.
• Lead the architecture of new systems, technologies, and processes, ensuring alignment with both functional and non-functional requirements through comprehensive documentation and diagrams.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts to facilitate new technology adoption.
• Establish quality standards and guidelines for coding patterns and the code review process; ensure adherence to these standards across teams.
• Communicate complex design and architectural concepts effectively to engineering teams, C-level executives, and business representatives.
• Drive innovation and creativity in solution design to meet the demands of large-scale applications.
• Mentor and train developers, helping them navigate technical challenges and grow their skills

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience as an Architect, Technical Lead, Consultant, or Software Engineer, with a focus on hands-on implementation.
• Proficiency in Java SE (Standard Edition) and Java EE (Enterprise Edition), Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, etc.).
• Strong understanding of Java programming concepts and best practices.
• Strong experience in developing RESTful web services using the Spring framework.
• Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle).
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrated expertise in leveraging Azure or AWS services for solution design and implementation.
• Highly skilled in SQL development and database management.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies and apply research to ongoing projects.
• Excellent troubleshooting, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills, particularly within Agile teams.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in the healthcare domain, including knowledge of FHIR, HL7, and AWS Healthcare Services.
• Development experience building pipelines for public health/health care data (HL7, FHIR, vocabulary, and HHS data standards).
• Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., Databricks) for large-scale enterprise solutions.
• Experience developing container-based and serverless applications.
• Knowledge of messaging services such as SQS, Kafka, IBM MQ, or Kinesis.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior developers and promote code reuse across teams.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.

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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. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join 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. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: 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. 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, 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. 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 Apex team member can provide.