Northern Arc Capital - Senior Java Architect (7-12 yrs)

Job Title : Senior Java Architect

Education criteria is BE/ B.Tech

Location : Bangalore/Chennai

Experience : 7 - 12 Years

Role Overview :

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Java Architect with strong expertise in Java and microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of enterprise-grade application development, cloud-native solutions, and a passion for delivering high-quality software in a fast-paced, agile environment. You will play a key role in designing scalable and secure applications and mentoring development teams.

Key Responsibilities :

- Architect and design scalable enterprise applications using Java, J2EE, and Spring Boot

- Lead the design and implementation of microservices-based architectures

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop full-stack applications with ReactJS and Java backend

- Define and implement API management strategies using tools like NGINX

- Ensure secure authentication and authorization mechanisms using Active Directory

- Create and maintain robust unit and integration test suites using JUnit, Mockito, Selenium, or

Cucumber

- Guide best practices in database schema design and integration with SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (CouchDB) databases

- Design messaging workflows using Kafka for distributed systems

- Oversee deployment pipelines and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes

- Ensure cloud compatibility and deployment in Azure or AWS environments

- Drive system performance improvements, code optimization, and technical innovation

- Provide architectural guidance, mentorship, and code reviews to development teams

- Actively participate in sprint planning, technical design discussions, and project delivery

Qualifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field

- 7 - 12 years of experience in Java-based software development, including architecture and design

Required Skills :

- Proficiency in Java, J2EE, and enterprise application frameworks

- Strong experience in building and deploying microservices with Spring Boot

- Working knowledge of ReactJS and/or Angular

- Experience with API gateways (preferably NGINX) and Active Directory

- Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and tools (JUnit, Mockito, Selenium, Cucumber)

- Strong database skills in both SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (CouchDB) environments

- Proficiency in Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes

- Experience working with cloud platforms (preferably Azure or AWS)

- Solid understanding of CS fundamentals, algorithms, and design patterns

- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills