Sr. Modern Apps -Architect

Job Title: Sr. Modern Apps -Architect
Location: Jersey City New Jersey onsite to days a week

Role/Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Modern Apps -Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud-native solutions utilizing Java microservices architecture.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with one or more major cloud providers and a deep understanding of cloud-native principles.

Responsibilities:

Design and architect scalable, resilient, and high-performance cloud-native solutions using microservices

Lead the development of cloud migration strategies and modernization roadmaps

Provide expert guidance on container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes

Develop and implement cloud governance policies, standards, and best practices

Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to enhance our cloud infrastructure

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives

Mentor junior architects and engineers on cloud-native best practices

Conduct architecture reviews and provide technical leadership throughout the development lifecycle

Optimize cloud resource utilization and cost management

Required Skills and Qualifications:

+ years of experience in cloud architecture, with at least years focused on cloud-native solutions

Expert-level knowledge of at least one major cloud provider (AWS)

Extensive experience designing and implementing Java microservices-based architectures

Design, deploy, and manage Kafka clusters in on-premise and/or cloud environments.

Ensure the scalability and reliability of Kafka brokers, producers, and consumers.

Strong knowledge of database technologies, both relational and NoSQL

Strong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)

Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Familiarity with serverless computing and event-driven architectures

Knowledge of API design and management

Understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements

Experience with distributed systems and their associated challenges

Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to architect solutions for complex business requirements

Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Relevant certifications (AWS Solutions Architect) are a plus

Additional Skills:

Familiarity with observability and monitoring tools for microservices environments

Experience with cloud cost optimization strategies

Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies