Java Migration Engineer / Azure Cloud Migration

Hi, Role: Java Migration Engineer / Azure Cloud Migration Loction: Tennesse, Remote OR 1-2 times onsite.

This is Only For 1099/w2 role Position Overview We are looking for a skilled Java Migration Engineer to drive the migration and modernization of enterprise Java applications from on-premises infrastructure to Azure Cloud. This position focuses on upgrading legacy, Java applications to Java 18 while implementing cloud-native practices and ensuring optimal performance in Azure environments. Key Responsibilities Migration & Modernization

• Lead migration of legacy Java applications (Java 8/11) to Java 18
• Assess and analyze existing on-premises Java applications for Azure cloud readiness
• Design comprehensive migration strategies for Java workloads to Azure
• Refactor legacy code to leverage modern Java features and cloud-native patterns
• Identify and resolve compatibility issues during Java version upgrades
• Modernize monolithic applications into microservices architecture where applicable
  
  

Azure Cloud Implementation

• Deploy Java applications on Azure App Services, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), and Azure Spring Apps
• Implement containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes
• Configure Azure resources including Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL, Cosmos DB, and Redis Cache
• Set up Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting using Azure Monitor and Application Insights
• Optimize Java applications for performance and cost-efficiency in cloud
  
  

Required Qualifications Technical Skills

• 5 years of enterprise Java development experience
• 2 years experience with Java 11 and modern Java features
• Strong proficiency in Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Data)
• Proven track record of Java version migration projects
• Hands-on experience with Azure services (AKS, App Services, Azure Spring Apps)
• Expertise in building RESTful APIs and microservices
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Proficiency in Maven/Gradle, Git, and CI/CD tools
• Knowledge of database migration strategies (Oracle/SQL Server to Azure SQL/PostgreSQL)
  
  

Migration Experience

• Demonstrated experience migrating Java applications across versions
• Knowledge of migration assessment tools and strategies
• Experience with refactoring legacy code to modern frameworks
• Understanding of breaking changes between Java versions
• Familiarity with performance tuning and optimization in cloud environments
  
  

Additional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in agile methodologies
• Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates)
• Understanding of cloud security principles and best practices
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Azure certifications (AZ-204, AZ-305)
• Experience with Azure Service Bus, Event Hubs, or Kafka
• Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)
• Familiarity with API Gateway patterns and Azure API Management
• Experience with Azure Functions and serverless architectures
• Understanding of reactive programming (Spring WebFlux, Project Reactor)
• Knowledge of cloud design patterns and distributed systems
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Equivalent professional experience will be considered