Java Architect - Microservices/Distributed Systems

Role & Responsibilities:- Design and define scalable, secure, and high-performance application architectures using Java, Spring Boot, and modern enterprise technologies.- Lead the architecture and technical design of microservices-based and distributed applications.- Define technical standards, architecture principles, design patterns, coding standards, and best practices across development teams.- Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions and architecture designs.- Create and review High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documents.- Provide technical leadership and guidance to Java developers, senior engineers, and technical leads.- Evaluate and recommend appropriate technologies, frameworks, tools, and third-party solutions.- Design and optimize RESTful APIs, event-driven architectures, messaging systems, and integration solutions.- Ensure applications meet requirements for scalability, availability, performance, reliability, security, and maintainability.- Work closely with product managers, business stakeholders, DevOps, QA, security, and infrastructure teams.- Conduct architecture reviews, code/design reviews, and technical assessments to ensure adherence to defined standards.- Identify technical risks, architectural gaps, and opportunities for modernization and provide appropriate solutions.- Guide teams in cloud adoption and architecture using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.- Drive implementation of technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, Kafka, Redis, relational databases, and NoSQL databases, where appropriate.- Establish and promote CI/CD, DevSecOps, observability, logging, monitoring, and automated testing practices.- Troubleshoot complex production and performance issues and provide root-cause analysis and long-term solutions.- Stay current with emerging technologies and evaluate their applicability to the organization's technology landscape.- Mentor engineering teams and contribute to building a strong technical culture.Preferred Candidate Profile:- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.- 8 - 10 years of experience in software development, technical leadership, solution design, or architecture, with strong hands-on experience in Java.- Strong expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA, and REST APIs.- Strong understanding of microservices architecture, distributed systems, design patterns, and system design.- Experience designing and implementing high-volume, scalable, and fault-tolerant applications.- Hands-on experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and database architecture/performance optimization.- Good knowledge of Kafka or other messaging/event-streaming platforms.- Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP and cloud-native application architecture.- Working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Git, and DevOps practices.- Strong understanding of application security, authentication/authorization, API security, and secure coding practices.- Experience with performance tuning, profiling, caching, concurrency, and JVM optimization.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex technical challenges.- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.- Ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.- Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers, influence technical decisions, and drive architecture across multiple teams.- Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.- Architecture certifications such as AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, Java certifications, or TOGAF would be an advantage. (ref:hirist.tech)