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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Data Architect - **Company:** Sumar Realtors - **Location:** Charlotte, NC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Query Performance, Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, BigQuery, Cloud Computing, Cloud Database, Software Quality, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Data Governance, Data Stores, Data Systems, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Schema, Software Design Patterns, DevOps, Dimensional Modeling, Distributed Data Store, Distributed Systems, Amazon DynamoDB, Apache Hadoop, Java Message Service (JMS), Spring Framework, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Software Tools, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Data Streaming, Systems Integration, Data Processing, System Availability, Snowflake, Concurrency, Apache Spark, Spring-boot, Backend, Containerization, Data Lakes, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Low Latency, Cassandra, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Docker, Amazon Redshift, Microservices - **Published:** September 17, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/0f182fcf-5e6c-4f85-a3e8-75e18b38bd37/senior-data-architect-java-expertise ## About the Role * 10+ years of total experience in software engineering and data architecture roles. * Advanced expertise in Java (Java 8+, Spring Boot, concurrency, performance tuning, microservices). * Proven track record designing enterprise-grade data platforms, data warehouses, and data lakes. * Hands-on experience with modern relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) and NoSQL stores (MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB). * Strong experience with streaming and messaging architectures using Apache Kafka or JMS. * Expertise in Cloud Data Platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and distributed computing tools (Apache Spark, Hadoop). * Proficiency in data modeling (dimensional modeling, ERD, Schema-on-Read). Preferred Qualifications: * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. * Experience with cloud data warehousing platforms (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift). * Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). Full Time ## Description Job DescriptionJob Title: Senior Data Architect (Java Expertise).Experience Level: 10+ Years.Location: Charlotte, NC- Onsite.Job Type: Contract. Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Data Architect with a strong background in Java software development to design, implement, and optimize scalable data architectures and backend data systems. In this role, you will bridge the gap between enterprise data architecture, distributed data pipelines, and core Java backend systems to deliver robust, high-performance solutions., * Architectural Design: Define overall data architecture, data models (relational and non-relational), and enterprise integration patterns. * Java System Integration: Design and implement Java-based services, microservices, and custom data connectors to integrate enterprise systems with cloud and on-premise data repositories. * Data Pipeline Engineering: Lead the creation of real-time and batch data pipelines using Java frameworks, Spark, Kafka, or modern data engineering tools. * Performance & Scalability: Optimize query performance, database schemas, and Java data processing layers to ensure low latency and high availability. * Governance & Security: Establish data governance, data quality standards, and access control policies across all data stores. * Technical Leadership: Guide engineering teams on best practices for Java development, code quality, design patterns, and system design. ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Modern Data Architectures need Software Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1030-modern-data-architectures-need-software-engineering) - [Tomorrow's cloud data platforms - fully managed database-as-a-service (DBaaS)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/254-tomorrow-s-cloud-data-platforms-fully-managed-database-as-a-service-dbaas) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Making Data Warehouses Fast: A Developer’s Story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/107-making-data-warehouses-fast-a-developer-s-story) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production)