Java Architect

We are seeking a seasoned Java Solutions Architect with deep expertise in enterprise digital platforms and DevOps practices to drive the technical strategy, architecture, and delivery of complex, multi-cloud solutions. This role demands a visionary leader who can combine architectural excellence, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on technical delivery across hybrid teams, supporting digital transformation initiatives within the automotive finance domain. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical foundation, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of architecting secure, scalable, and future-proof solutions in highly regulated environments.

Roles and Responsibilities

· Architect Microservices Solutions:

Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and maintainable microservices-based systems leveraging Spring Boot and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles.

· Domain-Driven Design Implementation:

Apply DDD methodologies to model complex business domains

· Technical Leadership and Mentorship:

Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams on best practices for microservices development, including API design, event-driven architectures, and asynchronous communication.

· End-to-End Solution Delivery:

Architect and oversee delivery of comprehensive digital solutions across web and mobile platforms, aligned with evolving business and technology strategies.

· API and Integration Design:

Design RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations that promote loose coupling, high cohesion, and seamless interoperability between microservices.

· Performance and Scalability Optimization:

Enhance microservices performance and resilience by implementing caching, circuit breakers, load balancing, and other fault-tolerant patterns.

· Security Best Practices:

Define and enforce robust security standards for microservices, including OAuth2, JWT, and secure inter-service communication protocols.

· DevOps and CI/CD Collaboration:

Partner with DevOps teams to automate build, test, and deployment pipelines, ensuring rapid, reliable, and repeatable delivery cycles.

· Code Quality and Reviews:

Establish and uphold coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and champion clean code aligned with DDD and microservices architecture.

· Monitoring and Troubleshooting:

Implement comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks to proactively detect, diagnose, and resolve production issues.

· Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business objectives and deliver measurable value.

· Documentation:

Maintain detailed architectural documentation, including service contracts, domain models, deployment diagrams, and technical specifications.

· Continuous Learning and Innovation:

Stay abreast of emerging trends and advancements in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and Domain-Driven Design to continuously refine architecture and development practices.

Qualifications

· 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