Lead Java Architect (Mid level)
Toronto - Hybrid

Hands on coding, need to explicit coding test.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and maintainable backend systems, ensuring adherence to high and basic design principles

Lead database architecture and optimization efforts, with a focus on performance and data integrity

Qualifications

Previous experience working with U.S.-based banking clients, preferably within large financial institutions

Robust hands‑on experience in migrating monolithic applications to microservices architecture

Extensive experience with cloud platforms, with a strong preference for AWS

Solid expertise in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

Experience working in an onshore–offshore delivery model, with the ability to lead and drive offshore teams

Flexible to work extended hours or overlap with offshore teams as required

Minimum of 10 years of experience in Java development, with a strong focus on Spring Boot and backend architecture

Strong understanding of cloud architectures, preferably with relevant certification (AWS).

Expert knowledge of both SQL and NoSQL databases

Proven track record in designing and implementing complex system integrations

Strong background in test‑driven development and automated testing frameworks

Responsibilities





Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design and implement integration solutions, ensuring seamless data flow across systems

Apply SRE principles to enhance system reliability, performance, and availability

Utilize container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift to streamline deployment and orchestration of applications

Leverage Spring Boot to develop microservices and backend applications, applying best practices and design patterns

Design and implement RESTful APIs, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests

Guide the creation of responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks, with a focus on React

Write unit and integration tests using JUnit, Mockito, or PowerMock, and ensure adherence to quality and security standards using tools like Sonar, Fortify, and Web Inspect

Produce comprehensive documentation for each microservice, detailing architecture, design decisions, and implementation guidelines

Participate in Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives

Proactively identify and resolve bugs and performance issues in a timely manner

Engage in database design and optimization for integration systems, ensuring efficient data management and retrieval

Skills

Digital: Spring Boot: Core Java

Experience Required: 10 & Above

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