Lead Architect

Job highlights

• Required Qualifications: .
• Experience: . 15 to 20 years of experience in software development,with at least 10 years focused on Java architecture and design
• Proven experience in leading the architecture of large-scale,mission-critical Java applications. Technical Skills: .
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS,Azure,or Google Cloud

Key Responsibilities:

• Architectural Leadership:

  • Define, design, and oversee the architecture of complex Java-based applications and systems.
  • Lead the architectural reviews and technical assessments for projects, ensuring alignment with overall enterprise architecture.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions, providing architectural direction and mentorship to the engineering teams.

• Technical Strategy and Innovation:

  • Develop and drive the technical strategy for Java-based products and platforms, ensuring alignment with the organization s goals.
  • Identify and evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance product performance, security, and scalability.
  • Drive innovation within the team by promoting and implementing modern architectural patterns and practices, such as microservices, cloud-native solutions, and DevOps methodologies.

• System Design and Integration:

  • Design end-to-end solutions for large-scale, distributed systems, ensuring seamless integration with other enterprise applications.
  • Provide expertise in the areas of application performance, scalability, and security, leading efforts to optimize existing systems.
  • Ensure proper documentation of architecture and design decisions, maintaining clear communication across teams.

• Team Leadership and Mentorship:

  • Lead a team of software engineers and architects, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging the adoption of best practices in software development, testing, and deployment.
  • Conduct code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:

  • Work closely with product managers, business analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure the technical feasibility of proposed solutions.
  • Act as a technical advisor to senior management, providing insights and recommendations on architectural decisions and technology investments.

• Quality Assurance:

  • Establish and enforce architectural governance processes to ensure the quality and consistency of software deliverables.
  • Collaborate with QA teams to ensure that software architecture supports comprehensive testing and quality assurance efforts.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience:

  • 15 to 20 years of experience in software development, with at least 10 years focused on Java architecture and design.
  • Proven experience in leading the architecture of large-scale, mission-critical Java applications.

• Technical Skills:

  • Deep expertise in Java, J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, and related frameworks.
  • Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, Kafka and SOA.
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Proficiency in database design and optimization, with experience in both SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Knowledge of security best practices and experience in implementing secure architectures.

• Leadership Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers and architects.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound architectural decisions under pressure.