Software Architect III - Finance Domain

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Software Architect III to lead enterprise architecture, platform engineering, and modernization initiatives within a large-scale banking technology environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Java 17 , Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Microservices, REST APIs, Platform Engineering, and DevOps practices, while providing technical leadership and architectural governance across multiple teams.

This is a highly visible onsite role supporting mission-critical banking platforms and enterprise modernization programs.

Employment Type: W2 - Full Time
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio (Downtown) - Onsite
Work Arrangement: 5 Days Onsite
Contract Length: Full Time
Submission Deadline: June 4, 2026

Required Skills

• Java 17
• Spring Framework 6.x
• Spring Boot 3.x
• RESTful APIs
• Microservices Architecture
• Platform Engineering
• Git / GitHub
• Jenkins
• JFrog
• JUnit
• Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Secure Software Development Practices
• Enterprise Systems Architecture

Preferred Skills

• Banking or Financial Services Experience
• Hybrid Cloud & On-Prem Architecture
• Containerized Applications
• Reactive Architecture
• Distributed Systems
• Legacy System Modernization
• Vendor Platform Integration

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Architecture & Solution Design

• Design scalable, secure, and resilient enterprise architectures.
• Define technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Lead architecture reviews and technical strategy discussions.
• Evaluate current-state applications and modernization opportunities.
• Develop architecture standards, reusable patterns, and best practices.
• Create architecture documentation and implementation guidelines.

Java & API Engineering Leadership

• Architect enterprise applications using Java 17 , Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Design and govern RESTful APIs.
• Lead microservices architecture initiatives.
• Establish secure and scalable integration patterns.
• Improve platform observability, resiliency, and maintainability.

Platform Engineering & DevOps

• Support platform engineering and developer enablement initiatives.
• Improve CI/CD automation and deployment pipelines.
• Collaborate with infrastructure and cloud engineering teams.
• Support containerized application environments.
• Drive operational excellence through automation and standardization.

Vendor & Banking Platform Management

• Serve as a technical liaison between vendors and internal teams.
• Evaluate vendor platforms and technology roadmaps.
• Support core banking platform architecture decisions.
• Ensure operational stability and business continuity.

Technical Leadership

• Mentor software and platform engineers.
• Provide architecture governance and technical oversight.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies and planning sessions.
• Promote engineering excellence and continuous improvement.
• Act as a trusted advisor across technology organizations.

Technical Environment

Languages & Frameworks

• Java 17
• Spring Framework 6.x
• Spring Boot 3.x

Architecture

• REST APIs
• Microservices
• Reactive Architecture
• Distributed Systems
• Backend-for-Frontend (BFF)

DevOps & Platform Engineering

• Git
• GitHub
• Jenkins
• JFrog
• CI/CD Pipelines
• Container Platforms

Methodologies

• Agile / Scrum
• Test Driven Development (TDD)
• DevSecOps
• Enterprise Architecture Governance

What Success Looks Like

• Deliver scalable and resilient enterprise architectures.
• Drive modernization of critical banking platforms.
• Establish architecture standards and engineering best practices.
• Improve platform reliability, security, and performance.
• Enable successful delivery of enterprise technology initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• 5 years of Software Architecture or Senior Engineering experience.
• Strong expertise in Java 17 , Spring Framework 6.x, and Spring Boot 3.x.
• Experience designing enterprise-grade microservices architectures.
• Strong REST API design and governance experience.
• Experience with Platform Engineering and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency with Git, GitHub, Jenkins, and JFrog.
• Experience implementing secure software development practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Banking Experience Preferred

Experience supporting or modernizing:

• Deposit Platforms
• Debit Card Processing Systems
• ATM Platforms
• Check Processing Systems
• Billing Platforms
• Banking Integrations
• Financial Transaction Systems

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Have extensive experience architecting enterprise Java applications.
• Understand modern platform engineering principles.
• Lead modernization of legacy systems into scalable architectures.
• Thrive in highly regulated banking environments.
• Balance technical strategy with hands-on engineering leadership.
• Communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
• Mentor engineering teams and influence enterprise architecture decisions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Additional SDS Benefits Package

Salary : $50 - $55