Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Java Architect to lead the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications within a Digital Factory environment. This role is responsible for establishing architecture standards, defining technical direction, mentoring engineering teams, and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable, cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Java ecosystem technologies, cloud architecture, event-driven systems, microservices, and modern software engineering practices while serving as a trusted advisor to both technical and business stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Technical Leadership
- Define and maintain enterprise application architecture standards, development frameworks, technical roadmaps, and engineering best practices.
- Establish technical direction for projects and ensure alignment with organizational strategy and business objectives.
- Collaborate with Solution Architects and engineering teams to create and maintain architecture artifacts, including C4 Model diagrams, system documentation, and integration designs.
- Design scalable, secure, reusable, and high-performing application architectures utilizing microservices and cloud-native patterns.
- Lead architecture reviews, design discussions, and technical decision-making across multiple product teams.
- Translate business requirements into technical solutions and architectural roadmaps.
Software Development & Engineering Excellence
- Provide hands-on leadership in the development of enterprise applications using Java and modern development frameworks.
- Define and enforce software development standards, coding practices, CI/CD processes, and quality assurance frameworks.
- Oversee application modernization efforts, including migration from legacy systems to cloud-native architectures.
- Ensure software quality through code reviews, testing strategies, performance optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative solutions.
Team Leadership & Mentorship
- Mentor developers, technical leads, and engineering teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Guide teams through troubleshooting complex technical issues and production incidents.
- Support Agile delivery by ensuring EPICs, Features, and User Stories contain sufficient technical detail to drive successful sprint execution.
- Conduct technical training sessions, knowledge-sharing workshops, and architecture reviews.
- Promote transparency regarding project risks, challenges, successes, and lessons learned.
Stakeholder & Business Engagement
- Partner with business leaders, product managers, project managers, architects, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
- Analyze business processes and operational challenges to identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and modernization.
- Assess risks, dependencies, and technical constraints while developing mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
- Deliver technical presentations, architecture reviews, and executive briefings to leadership and stakeholders.
- Serve as a trusted advisor on strategic technology initiatives and digital transformation efforts.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years of software development experience with at least 5+ years in an Architecture or Technical Leadership role.
- Extensive experience designing enterprise applications using:
- Java
- Spring Boot
- REST APIs
- Microservices Architecture
- Event-Driven Architecture
- Distributed Systems
- Strong understanding of application architecture, integration patterns, security, governance, and software development lifecycle methodologies.
- Experience leading Agile development teams and large-scale software delivery initiatives.
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Technical Requirements
Core Technologies
- Java 17+/Spring Boot/Gradle
- React, TypeScript, Node.js
- Next.js and NestJS preferred
- Python/FastAPI preferred
- Git and GitFlow branching strategies
Cloud & Infrastructure
- AWS Cloud Architecture
- Kubernetes
- Docker & Docker Compose
- EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, RDS
- EventBridge, SQS, Step Functions
- CloudWatch Monitoring
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CDK, or SAM)
DevOps & Observability
- GitLab CI/CD Pipelines
- YAML Configuration Management
- Automated Deployment Strategies
- Datadog Monitoring & Alerting
- DevSecOps Best Practices
Architecture & Design
- Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
- Event-Driven Architecture
- C4 Model Documentation
- BPMN & Activity Diagrams
- API Design & Integration Patterns
- Enterprise Architecture Governance
Preferred Experience
- SAP Ecosystem Experience (ECC, HANA, APO, Commerce/Hybris)
- Application Managed Services (AMS) environments
- Enterprise Digital Transformation initiatives
- Supplier and Vendor Management
- Global engineering organizations
- Cloud modernization and migration programs
Desired Leadership Competencies
- Customer-Centric Mindset
- Strategic Thinking & Technology Vision
- Strong Business Acumen
- Exceptional Communication & Influencing Skills
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Risk Management & Governance
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Accountability & Ownership
This role is ideal for a seasoned Java Architect who enjoys balancing hands-on technical leadership, architecture strategy, cloud transformation, software quality, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring engineering teams while driving enterprise-scale digital initiatives.
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