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Senior Java Cloud Architect / Tech Lead

RAPS Consulting Inc
Columbia, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2026

Job Details

Daily Duties & Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of large-scale, distributed systems using Java, Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Python, and cloud platforms (AWS & Azure).
  • Design, integrate, and optimize SQL and NoSQL databases including Oracle, MSSQL, MySQL, DynamoDB, and CosmosDB.
  • Architect, deploy, and manage applications on AWS using services such as Lambda, Glue, ECS/EKS, EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, SQS/SNS.
  • Design and implement cloud solutions on Azure, leveraging AKS, App Services, Function Apps, Blob Storage, and Azure SQL.
  • Implement cloud governance, cost optimization, security hardening, and monitoring strategies.
  • Lead automation initiatives using Python for ETL workflows, infrastructure automation, and cloud scripting.
  • Architect container-based solutions using Docker, Kubernetes (EKS/AKS), and GitOps platforms.
  • Define, implement, and maintain enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and AWS CodePipeline.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Cloud Architects, QA teams, and DevOps engineers.
  • Lead incident investigations, performance tuning, and production stabilization efforts.

Required Skills (Ranked by Importance)

  1. 15 years of enterprise application development experience using Java, Spring Boot, and Python.
  2. 6 years of strong hands-on experience with AWS and Azure cloud architecture and services.
  3. 6 years of advanced Python scripting and automation experience.
  4. 6 years of deep expertise in microservices, distributed systems, and cloud-native architecture.
  5. 6 years of hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
  6. 6 years of strong experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Preferred Skills (Ranked by Importance)

  1. 6 years of experience working with emerging technologies and driving innovative solutions.
  2. 6 years of experience delivering robust, low-defect software, with the ability to clearly articulate design and implementation decisions.
  3. 6 years of strong testing and validation experience, including working with simulated data environments.

Education / Certifications

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.

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