Backend Architect – Cloud-Native Java

Backend Architect – Cloud-Native Java Applications

Location:

USA – LA, NY, Orlando, Santa Monica, Seattle, SFO, NJ

Work Type:
Full-Time / Onsite Hybrid

Experience

Required:

8 – 15 Years

Compensation: USD 130,000 – 145,000 (based on experience and skill depth)

A leading technology consulting and solutions organization is seeking an Associate Technical Architect – Java to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and microservices deployed on AWS environments. This role requires deep hands‑on expertise in modern Java, microservices architecture, cloud‑native systems, and CI/CD automation. The ideal candidate will work closely with multiple stakeholders to ensure delivery of high‑performing, secure, and reliable applications while adhering to enterprise architecture guidelines.

• Architecture & Development:
  Design, develop, and maintain microservices‑based backend applications using Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Cloud Engineering:
  Develop and manage AWS services including Dynamo
  
  DB, S3, Lambda, IAM, and EKS clusters.
• API Design:
  Create and optimize RESTful APIs ensuring scalability, reusability, and security across applications.
• Application Performance:
  Ensure scalability, responsiveness, and reliability of backend systems.
• Solution Alignment:
  Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate technical requirements into solution architectures.
• Dev Ops & Automation:
  Implement CI/CD pipelines using Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git Hub, and Spinnaker for continuous deployment.
• Best Practices:
  Apply coding standards, architectural patterns, and design best practices for maintainability.
• Continuous Learning:
  Stay updated with the latest advancements in backend frameworks, programming languages, and AWS services.

• Strong proficiency in Java (v11, v17, v21) with understanding of modern features and performance optimization.
• Solid experience with microservices architecture using Spring Boot and Spring Framework.
• Familiarity with design and architectural patterns for scalable distributed applications.
• Experience with AWS services (Dynamo
  
  DB, S3, Lambda, IAM, EKS).
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD tools such as Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git Hub, and Spinnaker.
• Strong understanding of both No
  
  SQL (Dynamo
  
  DB) and relational databases.
• Working knowledge of Scala programming language.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

• Experience with Docker, Kafka, and Datadog for monitoring and container orchestration.
• Proven ability to deploy applications on AWS using EKS and other Dev Ops tools.
• Exposure to microservices scaling and performance tuning in production environments.