MOGEL · 5 days ago
Senior Java / AWS Backend Architecture Consultant (1099 – Project-Based)
Newport Beach,California
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expMOGEL is seeking an experienced Senior Java Backend Architecture Consultant to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale, cloud-native systems on AWS. This independent, project-based role involves providing architectural deliverables and technical advisory support for Java backend systems and AWS-native architectures.
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Responsibilities
Provide architecture leadership for Java backend systems, microservices, APIs, and event-driven platforms
Define technical architecture blueprints, integration patterns, and solution recommendations
Design and optimize AWS-native architectures leveraging services such as EC2, ECS/EKS, Lambda, S3, RDS/Aurora, DynamoDB, IAM, KMS, CloudWatch, and WAF
Conduct security design reviews, threat modeling, and risk mitigation planning
Partner with engineering and DevOps stakeholders to support implementation success
Develop clear technical documentation, diagrams, and architecture standards
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience with Java, Spring Boot, and enterprise backend systems
5+ years of experience architecting solutions on AWS
Strong knowledge of microservices, distributed systems, and event-driven design
Deep understanding of security best practices (OAuth2/OIDC, JWT, encryption, IAM governance)
Experience with CI/CD, containers (Docker), Kubernetes, and IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation)
Proficiency with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL, DynamoDB, Redis)
Preferred
AWS Professional Certifications (Solutions Architect Pro, DevOps Engineer)
Experience in regulated or compliance-driven environments (SOC2, ISO, NIST, PCI, etc.)
Familiarity with Kafka, Kinesis, or other streaming platforms
Company
MOGEL
Mogel offers recruitment process outsourcing and business talent solutions.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Christine Gilo
Founder & Chief Operating Officer
Eric Gilo
Managing Principal & Founder
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