Job Description Java Architect / Application Architect
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)
Duration:- 12 Months Contract
Role Summary
The Java Architect / Application Architect is responsible for designing, governing, and evolving enterprise-scale banking applications. This role provides architectural leadership across Java-based platforms, ensuring scalable, secure, and high-performance systems aligned with First National Bank s technology standards and business goals.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own application and solution architecture for enterprise Java platforms
Design and implement Microservices-based architectures using Spring Boot
Establish architecture standards, patterns, and best practices across development teams
Guide teams on API design, service orchestration, and system integrations
Review and approve technical designs, ensuring alignment with business and security requirements
Partner with product owners, business analysts, and infrastructure teams to translate requirements into technical solutions
Lead modernization initiatives (monolith microservices, legacy refactoring)
Ensure applications meet performance, scalability, resiliency, and availability requirements
Support CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automated deployments
Mentor senior developers and provide technical leadership across multiple teams
Participate in vendor solution reviews and third-party integrations
Ensure compliance with banking regulations, security standards, and audit requirements
Leadership & Soft Skills
Strong architectural decision-making and documentation skills
Ability to influence without direct authority
Experience working with multiple cross-functional teams
Excellent communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Mentoring and coaching mindset
Experience Requirements
8+ years of Java development experience
3+ years in an Architecture / Technical Lead / Senior Architect role
Proven experience designing enterprise-scale Spring Boot microservices systems