Note: Due to client compliance requirements, we are only able to consider candidates who can work directly on W2 for this position. (Third-party vendors, C2C arrangements, and subcontracting options cannot be considered.)
Title:- Java Architect
Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Onsite)
Duration: Long-Term Contract
Key Skills:- Java, Microservices, Spring boot, Angular/react
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Java Architect to lead the design and development of enterprise-scale applications within a modern banking technology environment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java, Microservices, Spring Boot, and modern front-end frameworks such as Angular or React. This role requires strong architectural leadership, hands-on development capabilities, and experience building highly scalable, secure, and resilient applications.
Required Skills
- 12+ years of software development experience
- 5+ years of experience in solution/application architecture
- Strong expertise in Java/J2EE
- Extensive experience with Spring Boot and Spring Cloud
- Hands-on experience designing and implementing Microservices architecture
- Experience developing RESTful APIs and integrating enterprise applications
- Strong experience with Angular and/or React
- Experience with event-driven architecture and messaging technologies
- Experience with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL
- Strong understanding of design patterns, SOLID principles, and secure coding practices
- Experience with cloud platforms and containerization technologies
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Responsibilities
- Design and architect enterprise-grade applications using Java and Microservices.
- Define architecture standards, frameworks, and best practices.
- Lead technical design discussions and architectural reviews.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and development teams.
- Develop scalable REST APIs and integration services.
- Guide development teams on coding standards and architectural compliance.
- Drive modernization initiatives and cloud adoption strategies.
- Ensure application security, performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Support CI/CD implementation and DevOps transformation efforts.
- Mentor senior and mid-level developers.
Preferred Qualifications
- Banking or Financial Services experience
- Experience with Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other messaging platforms
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift
- Knowledge of OAuth2, JWT, SSO, and enterprise security frameworks
- Experience with AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform