Solutions Architect

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Architect with extensive expertise in Java, Spring Boot, application security, microservices, event-driven architecture on AWS, Kafka. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in designing scalable and secure applications while mentoring a talented team of developers. Key Responsibilities: Architecture Design: Lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable, and secure microservices-based applications using Java and Spring Boot. Application Security: Develop and enforce security best practices throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Cloud Solutions: Architect and deploy applications on AWS, leveraging services such as ECS, S3, Lambda, RDS, and others. Event-Driven Architecture: Design and implement event-driven systems using Kafka to enable real-time data processing and communication between services. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, DevOps, and QA to deliver high-quality software solutions. Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, promoting best practices in software development and architecture. Documentation: Create and maintain architectural documentation, ensuring clarity and alignment across the team. Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with industry trends and technologies, recommending improvements and innovations to enhance system performance and security. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Experience: 10+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a senior architectural role. Technical Skills: Proficient in Java and Spring Boot. Extensive experience with microservices architecture. Strong knowledge of application security principles and practices. Hands-on experience with AWS services and infrastructure. Familiarity with Kafka or similar event streaming platforms. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving skills, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.