Enterprise Architect ( Java J2ee) BFSI domain

Kryptos Technologies UK Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced Enterprise Architect (Java J2EE) for a contract role in the BFSI domain. Responsibilities include driving architectural discussions, leading application modernization, and designing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. Ideal candidates will have over 20 years in software architecture, proven expertise in Java/J2EE, and deep understanding of cloud services and DevSecOps practices. This role offers a full-time engagement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 20+ years in software architecture and enterprise-level solution design.
• Proven expertise in Java, J2EE, and modern frameworks.
• Strong experience in microservices and containerisation.

Responsibilities

• Drive architectural discussions with CXOs and stakeholders.
• Lead end-to-end modernization of Java/J2EE applications.
• Design scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure.

Skills

Java

J2EE

Microservices

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure cloud services

DevSecOps

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Tools

SonarQube

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Job description

Enterprise Architect (Java J2ee) – BFSI Domain

Kryptos Technologies UK Limited

London – Contract – 12 months +

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Engagement & Transformation Leadership
  • Drive architectural discussions with CXOs, business leaders, and technical stakeholders to align technology solutions with business strategy.
  • Understand customer business models and strategic goals to define transformation blueprints and roadmaps.
  • Lead the development of target and transition architectures, ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Translate business value streams into technical specifications and actionable architecture artefacts.
  • Analyse and identify opportunities for process and technology optimisation within existing customer environments, recommending improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and business value.
• Application & Data Modernization
  • Lead end-to-end modernization of monolithic Java/J2EE applications into scalable microservices using Domain‑Driven Design.
  • Architect and implement database modernization strategies, including migration from Oracle Exadata/ExaCC to PostgreSQL or other cloud‑native databases.
  • Modernize legacy components (PL/SQL, Pro*C) to modern languages and frameworks.
• Cloud Architecture & DevSecOps
  • Design and deploy scalable, secure, and cost‑optimised solutions on Microsoft Azure, following the Well‑Architected Framework.
  • Define and manage DevSecOps pipelines integrating tools such as SonarQube and Azure DevOps.
  • Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or ARM templates.
• Integration & Governance
  • Define integration strategies across legacy and modern systems, ensuring seamless interoperability and data consistency.
  • Provide architectural governance and enforce best practices for cloud‑native development, security, and compliance.
  • Lead the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies including AI‑driven code analysis and observability platforms.
• Leadership & Collaboration
  • Mentor development teams and ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards.
  • Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define rollout strategies, integration plans, and transition roadmaps.
  • Act as a bridge between business and technology teams, resolving ambiguities and guiding implementation.

Requirements

• 20+ years in software architecture and enterprise‑level solution design.
• Proven expertise in Java, J2EE, and modern frameworks.
• Strong experience in microservices, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and messaging systems (Kafka, Azure Event Bus).
• Hands‑on experience with Azure cloud services and DevSecOps tools.
• Nice to have experience in technologies and platforms such as OutSystems, Salesforce, Altrix and other similar platforms.
• Experience with CAST, vFunction, and other modernization accelerators.
• Deep understanding of database migration strategies and cloud‑native data platforms.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Ability to define and drive transformation blueprints and architecture roadmaps.

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting