Lead Java Backend Architect – Spring Boot & AWS

Astra-North Infoteck Inc. ~ Conquering today’s challenges, achieving tomorrow’s vision!; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm based in Toronto is seeking a Lead Java Architect with over 10 years of experience in Java development, particularly with Spring Boot. The candidate will lead the design and development of robust backend systems, ensuring high performance and reliability. Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is required. This position offers a hybrid working model where the candidate will also collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop integration solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Java development, focusing on Spring Boot and backend architecture.
• Strong background in test‑driven development and automated testing frameworks.
• Experience working with U.S.-based banking clients, preferably in large financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable backend systems.
• Collaborate with teams to design integration solutions.
• Utilize container technologies to streamline application deployment.
• Design RESTful APIs for high performance.

Skills

Spring Boot

Core Java

Cloud platforms (AWS)

Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Test-driven development

Tools

JUnit

Mockito

Sonar

Fortify

OpenShift

Job description

Lead Java Architect (Mid level)

Toronto - Hybrid

Hands on coding, need to clear 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
• Strong 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