Software Architect (Java)

About the Astek Group

Founded in France in 1988, Astek Group is a global partner in engineering and IT consulting. Leveraging deep expertise across a wide range of industrial and technological sectors, Astek supports international clients in the development and delivery of products and services, while actively contributing to their digital transformation initiatives.

Since its inception, Astek Group has built its growth on a strong culture of entrepreneurship and innovation, as well as on the continuous development of the skills of its more than 10,000 employees, who work every day on diverse and challenging engineering and technology projects.

Join a rapidly growing group in France and worldwide, with 2024 revenues of €705 million.

For more information, please visit: https://astek.net

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Software Architect with a strong Java background to design and oversee high-performance, scalable, and distributed software solutions.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in designing and tuning high-volume transactional systems, deep expertise in Java, microservices architecture, cloud platforms, and modern software development methodologies. This role involves close collaboration with international, cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions using Java and related technologies

• Define, document, and enforce best practices for coding standards, architecture, and system design

• Lead the design and development of microservices-based architectures using:

  • Spring Boot

  • Quarkus

  • or similar frameworks

• Collaborate with cross-functional and international teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

• Evaluate and implement design patterns, frameworks, and technologies to optimize performance, scalability, and maintainability

• Ensure adherence to security best practices, including:

  • authentication and authorization

  • secure API design

• Guide and mentor development teams by:

  • conducting code reviews

  • performing architectural assessments

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and propose innovative improvements to the technology stack

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of Java development experience, including 5+ years in a Software Architect role

• Strong expertise in:

  • Java 8+

  • Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, Spring Security)

  • Hibernate

• Solid knowledge of:

  • software design patterns

  • architecture principles

  • distributed systems

• Hands-on experience with:

  • microservices architecture

  • event-driven systems

  • API design (REST, GraphQL, gRPC)

• Experience with high-volume transactional systems

• Proficiency in cloud platforms:

  • Azure

  • AWS

  • or GCP

• Experience with Infrastructure as Code:

  • Terraform

  • Ansible

• Strong knowledge of databases:

  • relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL)

  • NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis)

• Familiarity with messaging and streaming systems:

  • Kafka

  • RabbitMQ

  • or similar

• Strong understanding of:

  • DevOps practices

  • CI/CD pipelines

  • containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Knowledge of security standards and protocols:

  • OAuth2

  • JWT

  • secure API development

• Excellent problem-solving skills, leadership abilities, and stakeholder communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:

  • AI/ML integration

  • edge computing

  • real-time processing frameworks (Apache Flink, Hazelcast)

• Familiarity with CI/CD automation tools:

  • Jenkins

  • GitHub Actions

  • Terraform

• Experience working with:

  • Azure (preferred)

  • containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)

What We Offer

• Long-term collaboration – stability and ongoing career opportunities

• Technical training and certifications – continuous skill development and professional growth

• Mentoring through our Competence Center – from day one, become part of a community that allows you to enhance your skills, participate in conferences, and share knowledge with colleagues facing similar challenges

• Clear career path – transparent progression opportunities

• Employee benefits package, including:

  • Multisport card

  • Private medical care

  • Life insurance

  • Subsidy for public transport

• Friendly work environment – team-building events, social gatherings, and corporate parties

Referral Program

Do you know someone who might be interested in this offer? Take advantage of our referral program and earn a bonus of up to PLN 7,000!

Link: https://astek.pl/system-rekomendacji/

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