Java Architect

Job#: 3026635

Job Description:
Java Architect

Location: Pennington, New Jersey (Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract

Duration: 12 months

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Application Architect to design, guide, and oversee the architecture of critical enterprise applications. This role requires broad technical depth across application frameworks, integration patterns, cloud platforms, and modern development practices. The Application Architect will partner closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, and technical leads to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and support multi-tier and microservices-based architectures.
• Architect and implement REST APIs and enterprise integration patterns.
• Develop and maintain cloud-native applications on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Work with event-driven, messaging systems like Kafka or MQ.
• Ensure application security using frameworks such as OAuth2, SAML, and JWT.
• Create architecture diagrams, design documentation, and solution roadmaps.
• Perform architectural reviews, analyze technical debt, and evaluate solution alternatives.
• Collaborate with teams in an Agile, Scrum, or SAFe environment.

Required Qualifications

Experience: 10+ years in software development and application design, with at least 5 years as an Application Architect, Technical Lead, or in a similar architecture role.

Technical Skills: A strong hands-on background in Java/J2EE and Spring/Spring Boot is required. Candidates must have experience with relational & NoSQL databases, CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps), and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift). Familiarity with tools like Git/Bitbucket, Jira, Confluence, Maven/Gradle, and Swagger/OpenAPI is expected.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications such as Cloud (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform Architect), TOGAF, or SAFe Architect.
• Experience with application modernization, cloud migration programs, or domain-driven design.
• Background in financial services or other regulated industries.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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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.