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# Java Architect

- **Company:** RJT Compuquest, Inc.
- **Location:** Westborough, MA, United States
- **Salary:** $145,600.0 - $166,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Applications Architecture, Application Performance Management, Cloud Computing, Distributed Systems, Gradle, Industry Standard Architecture, Mainframes, Apache Maven, Requirements Management, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Web Services, Enterprise Application Integration, Enterprise Software Applications, ReactJS, Spring-boot, SOAPAPI, Git, Api Design, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Microservices
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/java-architect-westborough-ma--9cae765c-7ba9-4e5f-aa44-464636b2cafd

## About the Role

Java, Enterprise Applications, Java, Microservices, REST (Representational State Transfer), Application Programming Interface (API), SOAP (Simple Object Access Protocol), Web Services, Requirements Management, Mainframe Computer, We are seeking an experienced Java Architect with 12+ years of experience in designing and implementing secure, scalable enterprise applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, SOAP Services, and React, along with experience modernizing legacy applications into cloud-ready microservices architectures. Candidates with mainframe modernization experience are highly preferred., 12 16+ years of enterprise application architecture and development experience. Proven experience leading modernization initiatives from monolithic/mainframe systems to microservices. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies., 12+ years of Java application development and architecture experience Strong expertise in Java Spring Boot Microservices Architecture REST APIs SOAP Web Services React Enterprise Application Architecture API Design & Integration Application Modernization Distributed Systems Cloud-ready Architecture CI/CD Git Maven/Gradle

## Description

* Architect and implement Java/Spring Boot microservices-based solutions.
 * Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and SOAP web services.
 * Collaborate with Product Owners and business stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical architecture.
 * Review existing mainframe applications and define modernization strategies using APIs and microservices.
 * Design reusable, resilient, and maintainable application architecture.
 * Guide development teams on architecture best practices and coding standards.
 * Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability.
 * Participate in architecture reviews and technical governance.