Cloud Application Architect

Cloud Application Architect

Austin, TX

Long term contract

Hybrid, In-Person Interview

Experienced Cloud Application Architect with a proven track record of designing and delivering enterprise-grade solutions. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and strategic vision to architect scalable, secure, and high-performance applications in a cloud-native environment.

Key Qualifications:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in Java EE development, with a strong grasp of its ecosystem, frameworks, and best practices.

• Demonstrated ability to design and evolve enterprise-level applications that meet rigorous performance and scalability requirements.

• Expertise in microservice architecture, including the design and implementation of distributed systems.

• Solid understanding of modern architectural principles, with practical experience applying the 12-Factor App methodology for building SaaS applications.

• Proficiency in Domain-Driven Design (DDD) to model complex business domains and facilitate clear communication between technical and business teams.

• Comprehensive knowledge of design patterns and their application in real-world scenarios.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead the architecture and design of cloud-native applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical standards.

• Work on development of the application while implementing best practices for scalability, reliability, and maintainability.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.

Minimum Requirements:

8 Required Strong experience with Java EE, Spring Boot, and microservices frameworks.

8 Required Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Google) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

8 Required Proficiency in API design and integration (REST, GraphQL).

8 Required Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and infrastructure as code (Terraform, Ansible).

8 Required Knowledge of security best practices for cloud-native applications.

8 Required Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

8 Required Experience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

8 Required Exposure to serverless computing and cloud-native services.

8 Required Experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) for modeling complex business domains.

8 Preferred Knowledge of observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).

8 Preferred Familiarity with performance tuning and high-availability strategies.

8 Preferred Understanding of cost optimization in cloud environments.

8 Preferred Healthcare industry experience preferred

8 Preferred Fundamental understanding of the Information Management principles, IT processes, SDLC, architecture and technologies adopted by an organization.

8 Preferred Consulting and Facilitation Skills.

8 Preferred Customer-focused ability to communicate across all levels of the organization.

8 Preferred Proactive Leadership style; self-starter and strong attention to detail.

3 Preferred Certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or Google Professional Cloud Architect.

3 Preferred Experience in Texas or other state eligibility system

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