Java Architect

We are seeking a highly experienced Java Architect to lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications within a Digital Factory environment. This role is responsible for establishing architecture standards, defining technical direction, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable, cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java ecosystem technologies, cloud architecture, event-driven systems, microservices, and modern software engineering practices while serving as a trusted advisor to both technical and business stakeholders., Architecture & Technical Leadership

• Define and maintain enterprise application architecture standards, development frameworks, technical roadmaps, and engineering best practices.
• Establish technical direction for projects and ensure alignment with organizational strategy and business objectives.
• Collaborate with Solution Architects and engineering teams to create and maintain architecture artifacts, including C4 Model diagrams, system documentation, and integration designs.
• Design scalable, secure, reusable, and high-performing application architectures utilizing microservices and cloud-native patterns.
• Lead architecture reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making across multiple product teams.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions and architectural roadmaps.

Software Development & Engineering Excellence

• Provide hands-on leadership in the development of enterprise applications using Java and modern development frameworks.
• Define and enforce software development standards, coding practices, CI/CD processes, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Oversee application modernization efforts, including migration from legacy systems to cloud-native architectures.
• Ensure software quality through code reviews, testing strategies, performance optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor developers, technical leads, and engineering teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Guide teams through troubleshooting complex technical issues and production incidents.
• Support Agile delivery by ensuring EPICs, Features, and User Stories contain sufficient technical detail to drive successful sprint execution.
• Conduct technical training sessions, knowledge-sharing workshops, and architecture reviews.
• Promote transparency regarding project risks, challenges, successes, and lessons learned.

Stakeholder & Business Engagement

• Partner with business leaders, product managers, project managers, architects, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Analyze business processes and operational challenges to identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and modernization.
• Assess risks, dependencies, and technical constraints while developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Deliver technical presentations, architecture reviews, and executive briefings to leadership and stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on strategic technology initiatives and digital transformation efforts.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of software development experience with at least 5+ years in an Architecture or Technical Leadership role.

• Extensive experience designing enterprise applications using:

• Java
• Spring Boot
• REST APIs
• Microservices Architecture
• Event-Driven Architecture
• Distributed Systems
• Strong understanding of application architecture, integration patterns, security, governance, and software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Experience leading Agile development teams and large-scale software delivery initiatives.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technical Requirements Core Technologies

• Java 17+/Spring Boot/Gradle
• React, TypeScript, Node.js
• Next.js and NestJS preferred
• Python/FastAPI preferred
• Git and GitFlow branching strategies

Cloud & Infrastructure

• AWS Cloud Architecture
• Kubernetes
• Docker & Docker Compose
• EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, RDS
• EventBridge, SQS, Step Functions
• CloudWatch Monitoring
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CDK, or SAM)

DevOps & Observability

• GitLab CI/CD Pipelines
• YAML Configuration Management
• Automated Deployment Strategies
• Datadog Monitoring & Alerting
• DevSecOps Best Practices

Architecture & Design

• Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
• Event-Driven Architecture
• C4 Model Documentation
• BPMN & Activity Diagrams
• API Design & Integration Patterns
• Enterprise Architecture Governance

Preferred Experience

• SAP Ecosystem Experience (ECC, HANA, APO, Commerce/Hybris)
• Application Managed Services (AMS) environments
• Enterprise Digital Transformation initiatives
• Supplier and Vendor Management
• Global engineering organizations
• Cloud modernization and migration programs

Desired Leadership Competencies

• Customer-Centric Mindset
• Strategic Thinking & Technology Vision
• Strong Business Acumen
• Exceptional Communication & Influencing Skills
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Risk Management & Governance
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Accountability & Ownership

This role is ideal for a seasoned Java Architect who enjoys balancing hands-on technical leadership, architecture strategy, cloud transformation, software quality, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring engineering teams while driving enterprise-scale digital initiatives.

• $113,840-170,760 per year The Opportunity Are you ready to move beyond just writing code and start leading the technical vision? We are searching for a Lead Java Developer to orchestrate the development o…

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