Java Architect / w2 contract

Job Title: Java Architect

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Java Architect to design and implement scalable, high-performance enterprise solutions. You will lead technical decisions, define architecture standards, and mentor development teams to deliver robust Java-based systems aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Architecture & Design:

   • Design and document scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant Java-based systems (microservices, monoliths, or hybrid).

   • Define best practices for coding, testing, deployment, and performance optimization.

   • Evaluate and recommend technologies (e.g., Spring Boot, Quarkus, Jakarta EE).

2. Technical Leadership:

   • Lead PoCs (Proof of Concepts) and drive adoption of modern architectures (e.g., event-driven, serverless).

   • Ensure compliance with non-functional requirements (scalability, reliability, security).

   • Collaborate with DevOps to design CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab, Kubernetes).

3. Development Oversight:

   • Review code, enforce design patterns (e.g., DDD, SOLID), and optimize performance (JVM tuning, caching).

   • Troubleshoot complex issues in production environments.

4. Stakeholder Collaboration:

   • Translate business requirements into technical solutions.

   • Advise senior management on technology roadmaps and risks.

5. Innovation:

   • Stay updated with emerging trends (cloud-native, AI/ML integration, reactive programming).

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Core Expertise:

  • Deep knowledge of Java 17+, JVM internals, and frameworks (Spring, Hibernate, Micronaut).

  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

  • Proficiency in API design (REST/gRPC/GraphQL) and messaging (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

  • Strong understanding of security (OAuth2, JWT, SSL/TLS).

• Architecture:

  • Hands-on experience with microservices, monolith decomposition, and distributed systems.

  • Familiarity with IaC (Terraform, Ansible) and observability tools (Prometheus, ELK).

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

  • Agile/Scrum methodology experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications: AWS/Azure Architect, Java EE/Spring Professional.

• Experience with legacy modernization (e.g., migrating from Java 8 to 17).

• Knowledge of polyglot persistence (SQL/NoSQL databases).

Education

• Bachelor s/Master s in Computer Science or related field.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge projects with enterprise-scale impact.

• Flexible work environment and competitive compensation.

• Opportunities for career growth and certifications.

Customization Tips:

• Add specific tools/technologies used by your organization (e.g., "Experience with Apache Camel").

• Mention industry focus (e.g., fintech, healthcare) if relevant.

• Include metrics (e.g., "Design systems handling 10K+ TPS").

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