Application Architect - Tafeely

We are looking for a Portal - Application architect and a Digital engine- Application architect for a global IT service provider- based out of Bangalore with 8-10 years of experience.

Tafeely App Architect

Job Summary & Responsibilities :

The API Architect will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing RESTful and SOAP-based APIs aligned with Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) principles and industry best practices. The role requires deep expertise in Java and Java Enterprise Edition (J2EE) , along with strong experience in API design, development, and backend integration . Hands-on experience with API management frameworks such as Apigee will be an added advantage.

Knowledge & Technical Skills Required

Web API Technologies :

Extensive hands-on experience with J2EE, Apache Camel, Groovy, Spring Boot / Microservices, JSON, REST, Swagger, OpenAPI, SOAP, SMPP, and Message Queuing systems such as IBM MQ, RabbitMQ, and Kafka . Proficient in working with XML / JSON, JWT, WSDL , and development environments like Eclipse .

API Development :

Proven expertise in designing and developing RESTful and SOAP-based Web APIs , ensuring compliance with OpenAPI specifications , industry best practices, and architectural standards.

Core Java Expertise :

Strong proficiency in Java 8 and J2EE with deep understanding of object-oriented programming principles , enterprise architecture patterns , and scalable backend design.

Application Server Management :

Experience in deploying, managing, and optimizing enterprise applications on Apache Tomcat, Oracle WebLogic , and similar application servers.

API Security & Compliance :

In-depth knowledge of API security standards and authentication protocols , including OAuth2, JWT, and Keycloak , ensuring secure and compliant API implementations.

Performance & Memory Management :

Expertise in Java Memory Management , including garbage collection tuning, performance optimization, and troubleshooting of high-load systems.

Build & Automation Tools :

Hands-on experience with Maven and Gradle for build automation, dependency management, and continuous integration.

Database & Scripting :

Proficient in Oracle Databases , UNIX environments , and shell scripting . Skilled in developing and optimizing SQL queries, stored procedures, and scheduled triggers for backend processes.

Project Management & Collaboration Tools :

Working experience with JIRA and Confluence for agile project tracking, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

CI / CD & Deployment :

Proficient in CI / CD pipeline implementation using Jenkins , with a strong understanding of deployment automation, environment management, and integration workflows.

API Testing & Quality Assurance :

Skilled in using SOAP UI, Postman, and Insomnia for API testing, validation, and performance verification.

Domain Knowledge (Preferred) :

Exposure to the Telecom domain , including EAI, OSS / BSS, and Siebel systems , will be considered an added advantage.

Engineering in Telecom, Electronics, Computer Science or equivalent.