Architect - Java, Unix, OCP

Hello Professional,

Our client is looking  Architect - Java, Unix, OCP project in Chicago, IL below is the detailed requirements.

Role: Architect - Java, Unix, OCP

Locations: Chicago, IL

Contract role

Job Description:

• Java microservices architecture — Ability to design, implement, and govern large-scale Java/Spring microservices with secure APIs, cloud-native deployment, and CI/CD discipline.
• Lead technical solution design and architecture for web and API-based applications.
• Design and implement Java/Spring Boot microservices and REST APIs.
• Define and enforce coding standards, design patterns, and architectural best practices.
• Guide deployment and operations on UNIX/Linux, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and Agile teams to deliver digital products.
• Drive future enhancements, scalability, security, and performance improvements.

MUST-HAVES

• Java (Senior level) — Design and build production-grade applications using modern Java (version not specified).
• Spring Framework / Spring Boot — Implement RESTful microservices, dependency injection, configuration, and lifecycle management.
• Microservices Architecture — Decompose systems, manage service boundaries, resilience, and inter-service communication.
• REST API Design — Build versioned APIs with authentication, authorization, error handling, and performance considerations.
• Spring Batch — Design and implement batch processing jobs with scheduling, retry, and error handling.
• Cloud & Container Platforms — Deploy and manage applications on Kubernetes and OpenShift (OCP).
• DevOps & CI/CD — Build pipelines using GitHub, Jenkins, Nexus; manage automated builds, tests, and deployments.
• Security — Implement JWT and OAuth-based authentication and authorization.
• UNIX/Linux Systems — Provide architectural and operational guidance for Linux-based environments.
• Agile Delivery — Work within cross-functional Agile teams; create technical designs and deliver user stories.
• Technical Leadership — Lead solutioning, mentor developers, and communicate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Scalable Systems — Build high-availability, high-performance systems for large-scale usage.
• Risk & Compliance — Adhere to defined standards, controls, and compliance processes.

GOOD-TO-HAVES

• IDE Tooling — Experience with STS or IntelliJ for enterprise Java development.
• Product Collaboration — Prior experience closely partnering with product managers.
• DevOps Maturity — Advanced automation, monitoring, or SRE practices.