VARITE INC ยท 2 hours ago
Java Solution Architect
VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting and staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies. They are seeking a seasoned Java Solutions Architect to drive the technical strategy, architecture, and delivery of complex, multi-cloud solutions, focusing on digital transformation initiatives within the automotive finance domain.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and maintainable microservices-based systems leveraging Spring Boot and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles
Apply DDD methodologies to model complex business domains
Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams on best practices for microservices development, including API design, event-driven architectures, and asynchronous communication
Architect and oversee delivery of comprehensive digital solutions across web and mobile platforms, aligned with evolving business and technology strategies
Design RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations that promote loose coupling, high cohesion, and seamless interoperability between microservices
Enhance microservices performance and resilience by implementing caching, circuit breakers, load balancing, and other fault-tolerant patterns
Define and enforce robust security standards for microservices, including OAuth2, JWT, and secure inter-service communication protocols
Partner with DevOps teams to automate build, test, and deployment pipelines, ensuring rapid, reliable, and repeatable delivery cycles
Establish and uphold coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and champion clean code aligned with DDD and microservices architecture
Implement comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks to proactively detect, diagnose, and resolve production issues
Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business objectives and deliver measurable value
Maintain detailed architectural documentation, including service contracts, domain models, deployment diagrams, and technical specifications
Stay abreast of emerging trends and advancements in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and Domain-Driven Design to continuously refine architecture and development practices
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in software architecture and solution design, preferably within financial services, banking, or automotive finance sectors
Proven track record delivering large-scale, cloud-native solutions using modern web frameworks and enterprise integration patterns
Expertise designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and leading DevOps adoption in regulated environments
Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, including identity management, security, networking, and data integration
Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (loan servicing, origination, collections, billing) and heterogeneous system integrations
Experience working in regulated industries with a focus on compliance, data protection, and auditability
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams around a shared technical vision
Proven ability to lead agile, hybrid delivery models and collaborate effectively with globally distributed teams
Hands-on experience with microservices, API-first design, and integration middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee) is a plus
Knowledge of metrics-driven performance evaluation and DevOps maturity frameworks preferred
General understanding of web development best practices including accessibility, performance optimization, SEO, and production monitoring
Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React and React Native
Solid expertise in open-source technology stacks and web/API security
Strong background in enterprise digital applications, micro front-end strategies, and open microservice architectures
Proficient in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and integrating front-end components with backend services
Extensive experience with software engineering best practices including unit testing, automation, design patterns, and peer reviews
Deep proficiency in Java and Spring Boot development
Preferred
Hands-on experience with microservices, API-first design, and integration middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee) is a plus
Knowledge of metrics-driven performance evaluation and DevOps maturity frameworks preferred