Java Architect - Cloud-Native Microservices Leader

Atain

Dubai

On-site

AED 500,000 - 800,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Atain in Dubai, UAE, seeks an experienced Technical Architect to design scalable, secure enterprise applications with a focus on Java, Cloud, microservices and DevOps. You will provide technical leadership, define application architecture, guide development teams and drive best practices across Java, Cloud, microservices and DevOps technologies.

The role emphasizes designing with Java, Spring Boot, React, and microservices; leading architecture reviews; driving governance, platform

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
12+ years of Java development experience of which 5+ years in an Architect role.
Practical knowledge of agile software development methodologies and enterprise architecture best practices.
Experience in a large matrix organisation with global teams.
Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, React, Microservices and Oracle.
Expertise in Next.js, Node.js, MariaDB, PostgreSQL.
Experience with REST APIs, Kafka/RabbitMQ, Solace and distributed systems.
Knowledge of CI/CD tools, DevOps, and TDD, AI/ML tools.
Experience with monitoring tools such as Splunk, AppDynamics
Strong expertise in Data Warehousing, Observability, Automation, Network & Infrastructure, Mobile and Frontend Technologies, Container Platforms, Enterprise Databases, Integration Solutions, Messaging Systems, Cybersecurity
Demonstrated expertise in modern architectural principles and design patterns (DDD, Microservices, Event-Driven, Cloud-Native, CQRS, Serverless, API-First)
Working knowledge of cloud well architected frameworks and best practices for cloud deployments
Understanding of cross cutting architecture capabilities such as Rules Management, Workflow Management, Security, Governance
Ability to connect enterprise-wide architectural vision with non-functional requirements (NFRs) (Observability, Automation, ZTNA)
Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Java and Cloud certifications

Responsibilities

Design enterprise application architecture using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices
Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions
Lead architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making
Drive architecture decisions and be accountable for their implications regarding solution costs, delivery schedules, application complexity, technical debt, and overall solution performance
Own, manage, and maintain the architecture roadmap and runways of the programme, product, environments, and/or platforms
Identify, prioritize, and drive technical and architectural enhancements
Drive architectural governance, technical debt reduction, and platform modernisation
Conduct code reviews for high-quality, secure, and maintainable code
Drive cloud-native development, CI/CD, and DevOps best practices
Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability
Work closely with peer architects and collaborate with business stakeholders and cross-functional teams
Prepare architecture documents, technical designs, and implementation plans
Guide and mentor development teams and promote engineering best practices, tools and techniques throughout the development process
Work together, oversee, and govern the development to ensure the development team's design and implementation align with the proposed architecture definition. Work closely with the quality engineering team to ensure that the final solution meets the agreed non-functional requirements
Develop logical infrastructure solutions in alignment with technology standards. Work closely with infrastructure teams to ensure that the physical infrastructure designed meets project requirements
Monitor industry trends, identify and evaluate relevant technologies and tools