Lead Architect

Job Description- Java Architect

Organization - Xceedance Consulting

Location- Mumbai / Pune

Budget- 45 LPA

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Java Architect with a strong background in designing and developing scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions for Insurance Systems. The ideal candidate will lead architectural decisions, guide technical teams, and collaborate with client & stakeholders to create cutting-edge systems aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Architecture & Design :

Design scalable, robust, and high-performing solutions for insurance brokerage platforms.

Establish architectural standards, best practices, and guidelines for development teams.

Create and maintain architectural documentation, including high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD).

Technology Leadership :

Lead the evaluation and selection of appropriate technologies and frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate).

Drive innovation by implementing modern architecture patterns such as microservices, event-driven architectures, and cloud-native solutions.

Define strategies for integration with third-party insurance platforms, payment gateways, and legacy systems.

Develop ment Oversight :

Collaborate with Client, Development teams to ensure adherence to architectural principles.

Conduct code reviews and ensure compliance with quality standards.

Optimize performance, scalability, and security of applications.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement :

Partner with business analysts, product managers, and domain experts to gather and validate requirements.

Communicate architectural vision to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Cloud & DevOps Integration :

Drive cloud adoption (AWS, Azure) and ensure efficient deployment strategies.

Implement CI / CD pipelines and promote DevOps practices for continuous delivery and integration.

Mentoring & Team Management :

Mentor and guide junior architects and developers.

Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and technical workshops.

Skills & Qualifications

Core Technical Skills :

Expert-level proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and Hibernate / JPA.

Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.

Hands-on experience with message brokers (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).

Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

Cloud & DevOps :

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and their services.

Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.

Security & Compliance :

Knowledge of security best practices, including OWASP standards and encryption.

Familiarity with insurance regulatory compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, or ISO 27001.

Domain Expertise :

Understanding of insurance workflows, policy management, and claims processing.

Experience integrating with policy admin systems, CRM platforms, and third-party APIs.

Leadership & Communication :

Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.

Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.

Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders effectively.

Educational Background :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields.

12-15 years experience in software development and architecture

Preferred Certifications :

Java SE / EE Certification (Oracle Certified Professional).

Cloud Certifications (e.g., AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Architect).

Project Management Certifications (e.g., PMP, SAFe).

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