Overview
Skills
Job Details
Level Description
8 or more years of experience, relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals, independently performs a variety of complicated tasks, may lead and direct the work of others, a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Job Description
Application architects are responsible for designing, developing and implementing applications for computer systems. They must direct the development process from conception to completion and oversee the efforts of all associated technical staff.
Additional job details and special considerations
Experienced Cloud Application Architect with a proven track record of designing and delivering enterprise-grade solutions. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and strategic vision to architect scalable, secure, and high-performance applications in a cloud-native environment.
Key Qualifications:
10+ years of hands-on experience in Java EE development, with a strong grasp of its ecosystem, frameworks, and best practices.
Demonstrated ability to design and evolve enterprise-level applications that meet rigorous performance and scalability requirements.
Expertise in microservice architecture, including the design and implementation of distributed systems.
Solid understanding of modern architectural principles, with practical experience applying the 12-Factor App methodology for building SaaS applications.
Proficiency in Domain-Driven Design (DDD) to model complex business domains and facilitate clear communication between technical and business teams.
Comprehensive knowledge of design patterns and their application in real-world scenarios.
Role Responsibilities:
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.
Skills
| Years | Required/Preferred | Experience |
| 8 | Required | Strong experience with Java EE, Spring Boot, and microservices frameworks. |
| 8 | Required | Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Google) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes). |
| 8 | Required | Proficiency in API design and integration (REST, GraphQL). |
| 8 | Required | Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible). |
| 8 | Required | Knowledge of security best practices for cloud-native applications. |
| 8 | Required | Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). |
| 8 | Required | Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ). |
| 8 | Required | Exposure to serverless computing and cloud-native services. |
| 8 | Required | Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) for modeling complex business domains. |
| 8 | Preferred | Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack). |
| 8 | Preferred | Familiarity with performance tuning and high-availability strategies. |
| 8 | Preferred | Understanding of cost optimization in cloud environments. |
| 8 | Preferred | Healthcare industry experience preferred |
| 8 | Preferred | Fundamental understanding of the Information Management principles, IT processes, SDLC, architecture and technologies adopted by an organization. |
| 8 | Preferred | Consulting and Facilitation Skills. |
| 8 | Preferred | Customer-focused ability to communicate across all levels of the organization. |
| 8 | Preferred | Proactive Leadership style; self-starter and strong attention to detail. |
| 3 | Preferred | Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect. |
| 3 | Preferred | Experience in Texas or other state eligibility system |