Way.com - Solution Architect - Java Development

Description :

Location : Trivandrum.

Employment Type : Full-time.

Role Overview :

We are looking for an experienced Java Solution Architect who will be responsible for designing scalable, high-performance enterprise applications.

The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Java-based architectures, microservices, cloud platforms, and system integration, along with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design and architect enterprise-grade applications using Java technologies.

- Define system architecture, technical roadmap, and best practices for development teams.

- Lead the design and implementation of microservices-based architectures.

- Collaborate with product managers, engineering teams, and stakeholders to understand

requirements and design solutions.

- Ensure scalability, security, performance, and reliability of applications.

- Review code, provide technical guidance, and mentor development teams.

- Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools.

- Ensure proper API design, system integrations, and data architecture.

- Participate in technical decision-making and architecture governance.

- Troubleshoot complex production issues and provide architectural solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- 10+ years of experience in software development with strong expertise in Java.

- Extensive experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Microservices architecture.

- Strong knowledge of REST APIs, API gateways, and distributed systems.

- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

- Expertise in database design (SQL & NoSQL).

- Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).

- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

- Strong understanding of design patterns, system scalability, and performance optimization.

- Experience with event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Knowledge of security frameworks and authentication protocols (OAuth, JWT, SAML).

- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

- Certification in cloud platforms or architecture frameworks is an added advantage.

Soft Skills :

- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and stakeholder management.

- Ability to mentor and lead engineering teams.

- Strategic thinking and solution-oriented mindset.