Senior Architect - Software Engineering [Java]

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Architect - Software Engineering [Java] in the United States.

This role is a senior technical leadership position focused on designing and guiding large-scale Java-based cloud transformation programs on Azure. The Senior Architect acts as a strategic bridge between business objectives and scalable JVM architectures, ensuring solutions are robust, modern, and aligned with enterprise goals. Working across multiple teams and workstreams, the role influences architectural direction beyond individual projects, promoting consistency, reuse, and engineering excellence. It requires deep expertise in Java ecosystems and cloud-native design, combined with strong consulting and stakeholder engagement skills. The environment is highly collaborative, fast-paced, and centered on solving complex modernization challenges for enterprise clients. This position also involves mentoring technical teams and shaping long-term architectural standards.

Accountabilities:

• Lead end-to-end architecture and technical strategy for Java-based cloud modernization and transformation programs across multiple teams
• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable JVM-based architectures
• Define and enforce architectural standards, reusable frameworks, and design patterns across Java ecosystems
• Provide hands-on guidance on system design, including APIs, microservices, integrations, and code-level architecture reviews
• Collaborate with platform, data, DevOps, and security teams to ensure cohesive end-to-end cloud solutions
• Design and promote modern engineering practices including clean architecture, testability, modularity, and observability
• Guide delivery planning by shaping backlogs, identifying dependencies, and evaluating technical risks and trade-offs
• Support Agile delivery at scale through architecture enablement, incremental delivery models, and telemetry-driven improvements
• Build reusable Java assets such as reference architectures, templates, and accelerators
• Contribute to client engagements by aligning technical vision with business outcomes and modernization strategies

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 10+ years of hands-on Java development experience in enterprise or cloud environments
• 5+ years of experience in solution architecture or technical leadership roles across multi-team programs
• Strong expertise in Java, JVM internals (performance, concurrency, memory management), and modern frameworks such as Spring Boot and Spring Cloud
• Proven experience designing microservices, RESTful APIs, and event-driven architectures
• Strong experience with Azure cloud services supporting Java workloads (AKS, App Service, messaging, data, security, networking)
• Experience with containerization (Docker), Kubernetes/AKS, and CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with integrating AI or machine learning capabilities via APIs or cloud services
• Consulting or professional services background strongly preferred
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain hands-on technically while leading architecture across complex programs

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary: $145,200 – $217,800 USD
• Annual discretionary and/or utilization bonus eligibility
• Remote-first flexible work model
• 401(k) with company match (up to 50% of 6% contributions)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• 100% employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave for all parents
• Paid time off (minimum 15 days) plus 9 holidays and 2 floating days
• Home office and tech stipend ($67/month)
• Healthcare, HSA, FSA, and dependent care FSA options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

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