Java Solution Architect

Java Solution Architect (Plano, TX)

We are seeking a seasoned Java Solutions Architect with deep expertise in enterprise digital platforms and DevOps practices to drive the technical strategy, architecture, and delivery of complex, multi-cloud solutions. This role demands a visionary leader who can combine architectural excellence, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on technical delivery across hybrid teams, supporting digital transformation initiatives within the automotive finance domain. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical foundation, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of architecting secure, scalable, and future-proof solutions in highly regulated environments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Architect Microservices Solutions:
  Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and maintainable microservices-based systems leveraging Spring Boot and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles.
• Domain-Driven Design Implementation:
  Apply DDD methodologies to model complex business domains 
• Technical Leadership and Mentorship:
  Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams on best practices for microservices development, including API design, event-driven architectures, and asynchronous communication.
• End-to-End Solution Delivery:
  Architect and oversee delivery of comprehensive digital solutions across web and mobile platforms, aligned with evolving business and technology strategies.
• API and Integration Design:
  Design RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations that promote loose coupling, high cohesion, and seamless interoperability between microservices.
• Performance and Scalability Optimization:
  Enhance microservices performance and resilience by implementing caching, circuit breakers, load balancing, and other fault-tolerant patterns.
• Security Best Practices:
  Define and enforce robust security standards for microservices, including OAuth2, JWT, and secure inter-service communication protocols.
• DevOps and CI/CD Collaboration:
  Partner with DevOps teams to automate build, test, and deployment pipelines, ensuring rapid, reliable, and repeatable delivery cycles.
• Code Quality and Reviews:
  Establish and uphold coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and champion clean code aligned with DDD and microservices architecture.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting:
  Implement comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks to proactively detect, diagnose, and resolve production issues.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business objectives and deliver measurable value.
• Documentation:
  Maintain detailed architectural documentation, including service contracts, domain models, deployment diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Continuous Learning and Innovation:
  Stay abreast of emerging trends and advancements in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and Domain-Driven Design to continuously refine architecture and development practices.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in software architecture and solution design, preferably within financial services, banking, or automotive finance sectors.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale, cloud-native solutions using modern web frameworks and enterprise integration patterns.
• Expertise designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and leading DevOps adoption in regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, including identity management, security, networking, and data integration.
• Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (loan servicing, origination, collections, billing) and heterogeneous system integrations.
• Experience working in regulated industries with a focus on compliance, data protection, and auditability.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams around a shared technical vision.
• Proven ability to lead agile, hybrid delivery models and collaborate effectively with globally distributed teams.
• Hands-on experience with microservices, API-first design, and integration middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee) is a plus.
• Knowledge of metrics-driven performance evaluation and DevOps maturity frameworks preferred.
• General understanding of web development best practices including accessibility, performance optimization, SEO, and production monitoring.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React and React Native.
• Solid expertise in open-source technology stacks and web/API security.
• Strong background in enterprise digital applications, micro front-end strategies, and open microservice architectures.
• Proficient in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and integrating front-end components with backend services.
• Extensive experience with software engineering best practices including unit testing, automation, design patterns, and peer reviews.
• Deep proficiency in Java and Spring Boot development.