Principal Architect – Java & Cloud Migration

We are seeking a Principal Architect with deep expertise in Java and hands-on experience in refactoring and migrating legacy monolithic Java applications to the cloud. The ideal candidate will focus on crafting architecture roadmaps, enhancing performance, and ensuring scalability. A strong foundation in cloud migration, DevOps, and modern frameworks is crucial for success in this role.

Your responsibilities

Propose Architecture Roadmap: Evaluate existing systems and create a plan to enhance performance, scalability, and cloud migration.

Design Cloud Infrastructure: Develop scalable, secure solutions for cloud-based systems.

Facilitate Migration: Collaborate with teams to integrate legacy systems into the cloud with minimal disruption.

Optimize and Ensure Compliance: Improve system speed and scalability while adhering to security standards.

Analyze and Resolve Issues: Address architecture challenges by analyzing production incidents and implementing fixes.

Document and Train: Maintain clear documentation and provide training on cloud technologies and best practices.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience: 7+ years in development and software engineering with a primary focus on Java (Spring, Hibernate). Proven expertise in cloud migration and modernizing legacy applications.
• Architecture: Solid experience in defining technical strategies, creating architecture roadmaps, and authoring detailed technical specifications.
• Cloud Expertise: Proficient in AWS and Azure with hands-on application in enterprise environments.
• Automation & Configuration Management: Strong emphasis on Ansible with supplemental experience in Terraform.
• DevOps Practices: Skilled in containerized environments such as Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
• Frameworks & Databases: Proficient in Java frameworks like Struts and databases (SQL/NoSQL).

Skills & Certifications:

• Advanced knowledge of scaling, performance optimization, and secure application architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Optional certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Architect Expert.

Project Highlights:

Project Description: Migrating a legacy monolithic Java-based application to a cloud-native, microservices architecture. The project involved decomposing a large Struts-based application into modular Spring Boot services deployed on AWS.

Tech Stack:

• Java: Version 11+
• Frameworks: Spring Boot, Hibernate, Struts
• Cloud: AWS (ECS, RDS, S3)
• Automation: Ansible (Primary), Terraform (Supplemental)
• Containers: Docker
• Frontend: Angular 12
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB

Team Structure: A cross-functional team, including architects, backend engineers, frontend developers, and DevOps specialists, collaborating in an Agile environment.