TO THE NEW - Technical Architect - Java/Distributed Systems

Designation : Technical ArchitectLocation : NoidaExperience : 14 - 18 yearsJob Summary / Your Role in a Nutshell : We are looking for a highly skilled Technical Architect with strong expertise in Java-based distributed systems and modern data-driven architectures. This role involves designing and delivering scalable, high-performance systems capable of processing massive datasets while ensuring reliability, efficiency, and cost optimization.The ideal candidate will have deep experience in microservices architecture, event-driven systems, and cloud platforms, along with exposure to modern data engineering and Generative AI technologies. You will play a key role in driving architectural decisions, mentoring teams, and ensuring engineering excellence across projects.Responsibilities : Enterprise & Solution Architecture : - Design and deliver large-scale, high-volume distributed systems.- Architect systems capable of processing massive datasets (100+ Cr records or equivalent scale).- Define scalable, high-performance, and cost-effective architecture solutions.- Design microservices-based, event-driven, and asynchronous systems.- Ensure best practices in API design (REST/GraphQL), system integration, and distributed computing.- Drive performance optimization and system scalability.Data & Integration Architecture : - Design and implement real-time and batch data processing pipelines (ETL/ELT).- Architect data-intensive applications using Python, PySpark, and Amazon Redshift.- Optimize database performance including MongoDB schema design, indexing, and sharding.- Implement high-throughput messaging and streaming solutions (Kafka, RabbitMQ).Cloud & DevOps Enablement : - Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS and Azure platforms.- Define and implement cost-optimized cloud architecture strategies.- Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and Kubernetes orchestration.- Drive adoption of infrastructure as code and deployment automation.Generative AI & Innovation : - Implement Gen AI-based solutions for automation and engineering productivity.- Leverage LLMs (OpenAI, Claude, etc.) for code generation, testing, and troubleshooting.- Design AI integration patterns including RAG architectures.- Apply prompt engineering techniques for enterprise use cases.Leadership & Delivery Excellence : - Lead large engineering teams and provide architectural direction.- Mentor senior engineers and technical leads.- Ensure engineering best practices and quality standards across teams.- Drive innovation, continuous improvement, and adoption of modern technologies.What You Need : Experience & Background : - 12+ years of software engineering experience with at least 4+ years in architect/senior leadership roles.- Proven track record of building and delivering large-scale distributed systems.- Experience handling high-volume data systems and performance-critical applications.Technical Skills : Core Technologies : - Expert-level proficiency in Java (Spring Boot, microservices, async processing).- Strong experience with Angular for enterprise frontend architecture.- Deep expertise in MongoDB (schema design, performance tuning, sharding).- Hands-on experience with Python, PySpark, and Amazon Redshift.Architecture & Integration : - Strong experience in event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).- Expertise in real-time and batch processing systems.- Deep understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and API design.- Experience with high-volume data processing and performance tuning.Cloud & DevOps : - Strong understanding of AWS services (EC2, S3, Lambda, ECS/EKS, RDS, MSK, etc.).- Good understanding of Azure cloud platform.- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and infrastructure as code.Generative AI : - Hands-on experience with Gen AI agent-based development.- Exposure to LLMs (OpenAI, Claude, etc.) for development acceleration.- Experience implementing AI-driven solutions in SDLC.- Understanding of prompt engineering and RAG architectures.Mindset & Soft Skills : - Ownership mindset with end-to-end accountability.- Strong problem-solving ability in complex and ambiguous environments.- Progressive mindset with focus on innovation and continuous improvement.- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders.- Collaborative leadership style with strong mentoring capabilities.About TO THE NEW : - TO THE NEW is a digital technology services company providing innovative product engineering solutions to diverse industries across the globe. We design and build digital platforms with Cloud, Data, and AI as the main pillars.- Global analyst firms like Gartner, Forrester, Everest, ISG, and Zinnov have recognized TO THE NEW for its capabilities across Digital Engineering, Cloud, Media & Entertainment Solutions, Data & AI, and Digital Marketing. We have also been recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' consecutively for many years and have a team of 2000+ passionate 'Newers' spread across North America, EMEA, India, SEA, and ANZ with our headquarters in Singapore.- We take pride in our culture driven by passion for making an impact through technology and are backed by our emphasis on continuous learning. Get a sneak peek of our work culture here. (ref:hirist.tech)