Software Solutions Architect
hace 2 días
Lansing
Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to design and deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions using microservices and event-driven architectures. The role focuses on building resilient distributed systems, enabling enterprise modernization, and driving high-quality technical delivery across platforms. Job Duties • Design end-to-end architecture for scalable microservices and distributed systems, • Drive monolith to microservices modernization using DDD and API-first principles, • Architect event-driven systems using platforms like Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, and IBM MQ, • Define and govern API contracts (REST, OpenAPI, gRPC) and integration patterns, • Implement resilience patterns (circuit breaker, retries, DLQ, saga orchestration), • Design cloud-native solutions on Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services, • Lead containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes / Red Hat OpenShift, • Establish CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub), • Design data pipelines, migration, and real-time integration solutions, • Ensure NFRs - Scalability, performance, security (OAuth2, mTLS), and reliability, • Implement observability (logging, monitoring, tracing – Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics), • Provide technical leadership, architecture governance, and design reviews, • Program Oversight: Provide oversight and coordination across the Child Support program, ensuring alignment across initiatives and project efforts, • Initial Ramp‑Up: Participate in shadowing and knowledge transfer during the first few weeks to gain familiarity with systems, processes, and stakeholders., • Cross‑Project Support: Work within a large team of 100+ employees, with flexibility to support and move between multiple projects as needed Requirements10+ years: • Demonstrated experience designing and implementing microservices and event-driven architectures, • Strong expertise with Java and Spring Boot (or similar frameworks), RESTful APIs, and distributed systems Desired Skills • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or government environments, • AWS Certified Solutions Architect and/or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, • Experience working with data platforms and ETL/ELT pipelines, • Hands-on development experience is a plus to support technical decision-making and solution guidance Minimum Education • None Location • Candidates must be local to the Lansing, Michigan area (within 90 miles) at time of submission. This requirement is non-negotible., • Position is a hybrid schedule (Non-Negotiable): There is no remote-only option. Required onsite days- Wednesdays and Thursdays. Remote eligible days- Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The resource must meet these requirements from the beginning., • Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time, • Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment. Employment Terms • This is a W2 position, • 40 hrs per week, • HYBRID schedule - (Non-Negotiable): There is no remote-only option. Required onsite days- Wednesdays and Thursdays. Remote eligible days- Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays. The resource must meet these requirements from the beginning. About Zenfreed At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. BenefitsWe understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.