Java Architect

About NationsBenefits :

At NationsBenefits, we are leading the transformation of the insurance industry by developing innovative benefits management solutions. We focus on modernizing complex back-office systems to create scalable, secure, and high-performing platforms that streamline operations for our clients. As part of our strategic growth, we are focused on platform modernization — transitioning legacy systems to modern, cloud-native architectures that support the scalability, reliability, and high performance of core backoffice functions in the insurance domain.

About the Role :

As a seasoned Java Architect, you will be responsible for defining the technical vision and architecture for our scalable, secure, and high-performance FinTech applications. You will be a hands-on leader, mentoring multiple teams and driving the adoption of best practices across the entire software development lifecycle. This role requires a blend of deep technical expertise, strategic thinking, and strong leadership to deliver innovative solutions in a high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Architectural Leadership :
• Define and execute the technical strategy and architecture for a secure, scalable, and high-performance FinTech application.
• Lead the architectural design and implementation of complex, large-scale systems, ensuring alignment with business goals and long-term vision.
• Conduct in-depth architectural reviews and provide technical guidance to multiple engineering teams, ensuring the entire system adheres to architectural principles.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating innovative solutions where applicable to maintain a competitive advantage.
• Translate complex technical challenges into actionable business solutions for a wide range of stakeholders.
• Application and System Design :
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of mission-critical Java-based microservices using Spring Boot, Hibernate, and RESTful APIs.
• Architect and maintain microservices-based systems on cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or GCP.
• Design for fault tolerance, scalability, and low-latency systems that can handle high transaction volumes and high-throughput workloads.
• Design and manage complex data storage solutions, including SQL / NoSQL databases, and optimize them for large-scale data processing and performance.
• Architect and implement robust authentication, authorization, and encryption mechanisms for secure data transactions.
• Technical Governance and Mentorship :
• Lead, mentor, and grow multiple teams of high-performing engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Define and enforce coding standards, design principles, and best practices across the engineering department to ensure a high-quality codebase.
• Guide engineers in complex software design, code reviews, debugging, and performance optimization.
• Promote an Agile and DevOps culture, encouraging ownership, accountability, and seamless cross-functional collaboration.
• Compliance & Security :
• Architect and enforce security best practices to ensure that applications comply with financial regulations, data security, and privacy standards (GDPR, PCI DSS, etc.).
• Proactively manage technical risks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents by designing resilient and secure systems from the ground up.
• Ensure that the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) adheres to industry best practices and compliance guidelines.

Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :