Java Solution Architect
1 day ago
Plano
We are seeking a seasoned Java Solutions Architect with deep expertise in enterprise digital platforms and DevOps practices to drive the technical strategy, architecture, and delivery of complex, multi-cloud solutions. This role demands a visionary leader who can combine architectural excellence, stakeholder collaboration, and hands-on technical delivery across hybrid teams, supporting digital transformation initiatives within the automotive finance domain. The ideal candidate possesses a strong technical foundation, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of architecting secure, scalable, and future-proof solutions in highly regulated environments. Roles and Responsibilities • Architect Microservices Solutions:, • Lead the design and architecture of scalable, resilient, and maintainable microservices-based systems leveraging Spring Boot and Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles., • Domain-Driven Design Implementation:, • Apply DDD methodologies to model complex business domains, • Technical Leadership and Mentorship:, • Provide guidance and mentorship to development teams on best practices for microservices development, including API design, event-driven architectures, and asynchronous communication., • End-to-End Solution Delivery:, • Architect and oversee delivery of comprehensive digital solutions across web and mobile platforms, aligned with evolving business and technology strategies., • API and Integration Design:, • Design RESTful APIs and event-driven integrations that promote loose coupling, high cohesion, and seamless interoperability between microservices., • Performance and Scalability Optimization:, • Enhance microservices performance and resilience by implementing caching, circuit breakers, load balancing, and other fault-tolerant patterns., • Security Best Practices:, • Define and enforce robust security standards for microservices, including OAuth2, JWT, and secure inter-service communication protocols., • DevOps and CI/CD Collaboration:, • Partner with DevOps teams to automate build, test, and deployment pipelines, ensuring rapid, reliable, and repeatable delivery cycles., • Code Quality and Reviews:, • Establish and uphold coding standards, conduct thorough code reviews, and champion clean code aligned with DDD and microservices architecture., • Monitoring and Troubleshooting:, • Implement comprehensive logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks to proactively detect, diagnose, and resolve production issues., • Stakeholder Engagement:, • Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business objectives and deliver measurable value., • Documentation:, • Maintain detailed architectural documentation, including service contracts, domain models, deployment diagrams, and technical specifications., • Continuous Learning and Innovation:, • 15+ years of experience in software architecture and solution design, preferably within financial services, banking, or automotive finance sectors., • Proven track record delivering large-scale, cloud-native solutions using modern web frameworks and enterprise integration patterns., • Expertise designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and leading DevOps adoption in regulated environments., • Strong knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure, including identity management, security, networking, and data integration., • Familiarity with enterprise financial systems (loan servicing, origination, collections, billing) and heterogeneous system integrations., • Experience working in regulated industries with a focus on compliance, data protection, and auditability., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams around a shared technical vision., • Proven ability to lead agile, hybrid delivery models and collaborate effectively with globally distributed teams., • Hands-on experience with microservices, API-first design, and integration middleware (e.g., MuleSoft, Apigee) is a plus., • Knowledge of metrics-driven performance evaluation and DevOps maturity frameworks preferred., • General understanding of web development best practices including accessibility, performance optimization, SEO, and production monitoring., • Experience with JavaScript frameworks such as React and React Native., • Solid expertise in open-source technology stacks and web/API security., • Strong background in enterprise digital applications, micro front-end strategies, and open microservice architectures., • Proficient in RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and integrating front-end components with backend services., • Extensive experience with software engineering best practices including unit testing, automation, design patterns, and peer reviews., • Deep proficiency in Java and Spring Boot development.