Java Architect

Hiring: Java Architect (Remote) – Only GC & Citizens

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architecture & Design:

• Define and implement scalable, high-performance, and secure Java-based architectures.
• Design microservices-based solutions using Spring Boot, Kubernetes, and Docker.
• Develop architecture blueprints, technical roadmaps, and best practices for enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, development teams, and product managers to align technical strategies with business goals.

2. Development & Technical Leadership:

• Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC), ensuring high-quality code and best practices.
• Mentor development teams on clean coding, unit testing, and CI/CD automation.
• Implement RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and event-driven architectures for seamless integrations.
• Enforce Agile, DevOps, and Test-Driven Development (TDD/BDD) methodologies.

3. Cloud & DevOps Integration:

• Architect cloud-native applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Implement containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) for scalable deployments.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning and deployments using Terraform, Ansible, or CloudFormation.
• Optimize cost, scalability, and performance of cloud-based Java applications.

4. Performance Optimization & Security:

• Optimize application performance, database queries, and caching mechanisms for high efficiency.
• Implement authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth2, JWT, OpenID, API Gateway, IAM policies).
• Establish logging, monitoring, and alerting using tools like Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK Stack.

5. Technology Stack & Tools:

• Core Technologies: Java 8/11/17, Spring Boot, Hibernate, JPA, Microservices
• Front-End & APIs: REST, GraphQL, Angular/React (optional)
• Cloud & DevOps: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Terraform
• Data & Caching: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ
• Security & Compliance: OAuth2, JWT, OpenID, API Gateway, IAM policies

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in Java development with at least 5 years as an architect.
• Strong expertise in Spring Boot, Microservices, Cloud Platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Hands-on experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and API development.
• Experience with distributed systems, high availability, and scalability.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise integration patterns (EIP), messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ), and caching solutions.
• Proven experience leading development teams and mentoring engineers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on performance tuning and security.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in AWS, Azure, or Java-related technologies.
• Experience in serverless architecture and event-driven programming.
• Familiarity with AI/ML integration into Java-based applications.