Java Architect

Quick application :

We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to lead the design and implementation of robust, scalable microservices using Java / JVM frameworks (Java 17+, Spring Boot / MicroProfile, or equivalent). You will architect a modern cloud-native application suite, guiding the migration from legacy RPG-based systems to a future-proof, AWS-powered microservices ecosystem.

Essential functions

• Core Platform : Java / JVM-based frameworks (Java 17+, Spring Boot / MicroProfile, or similar) for building microservices. Will be a Java application suite, replacing RPG code
• Design end-to-end architectures for Java-based microservices, leveraging frameworks like Spring Boot or MicroProfile.
• Lead the migration strategy from RPG (Report Program Generator) codebases to modern Java applications.
• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on AWS, ensuring best practices in security, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
• Oversee the setup of AWS compute (EC2, Lambda, EKS / ECS), storage (S3, RDS, DynamoDB), and infrastructure automation (Terraform, CloudFormation).
• Define API contracts, service orchestration, and data integration patterns.
• Guide development teams on adopting microservices, DevOps pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code.
• Collaborate with stakeholders including developers, product owners, and business analysts—to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Optimize system performance, reliability, monitoring, and disaster recovery protocols within AWS.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend improvements to maintain modern, maintainable architectures.
• Comfortable learning new technologies on the job
• Claude 3.7 or 4 Sonnet LLM
• AST (abstract syntax tree)

Qualifications

Would be a plus