Senior Cloud Architect AWS & Microservices

Role: Senior Cloud Architect - AWS, Microservices

About the Role/Position
The role requires both advisory and delivery capabilities from the architect to lead a transformation towards API, Microservices, and cloud on AWS. You may need to assess different project requirements and architecture solutions. Proficient with recommending technology, presenting trade-off analysis to management, and coaching the project team on common standards & platform. Strong financial and cards domain experience is required.

This is a long-term W2 position, and the selected candidate will be employed through Next Gen Software Solutions LLC. Applicants must be willing to work on Next Gen Software Solutions LLC's W2. This position requires onsite presence in Berkeley Heights, NJ, for all 5 working days.

Responsibilities:
The Architect will be responsible for:

• Discover, document, and define the target state and transition state architectures based on the project drivers.
• Help in scoping, estimation, and planning for various projects in the enterprise.
• Define, refine, design & develop standards as may be needed for the platform/enterprise.
• Enable and support project teams on adoption of API Platform and standards.
• Provide technical support to project teams as needed.

Must have Technical Requirements / Qualifications:

• 14 years' experience in architecting complex integration projects across technologies like API governance, API development, Microservices, Scala/Akka framework, Pulsar/Kafka, and Messaging technologies.
• Good understanding & experience with API governance, API development, and consumer processes.
• Able to bake off between multiple API & Microservices options like EKS, Spring Cloud, Spring Boot, etc., based on project requirements.
• Good knowledge of event-driven architecture.
• Good knowledge of Cloud, Containers, and PaaS platform.
• Experience or knowledge of AWS is required.
• Good overview of Automation solutions like Terraform, Ansible, etc.
• Experience in designing different types of APIs and articulating their value proposition.
• Experience in guiding proposals/bids for technical solutions, estimates, and resource plans.
• Experience in capturing non-functional requirements (NFR), API policies, and ensuring APIs meet the NFR.
• Excellent communication verbal, written, and presentation skills; adept at communicating and managing stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong financial and cards domain experience.
• Strong team-building skills and teamwork orientation.
• Strong creative problem-solving skills.

Nice to have Technical Requirements / Qualifications:

• AWS Certified Solution Architect - Associate.
• Experience with NoSQL.

Education:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.

Benefits Provided by Next Gen Software Solutions LLC:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Professional Certification Reimbursement

About Next Gen Software Solutions LLC:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army soldier, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and excellence-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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