Senior Java Architect: Legacy COBOL to Java Modernization

IBM Computing; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Application Architect who will serve as a technical leader in transforming business and solving complex problems using Java. This role involves designing solutions for modernizing legacy applications and developing with Java libraries, as well as delivering results in a dynamic project environment. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of Java development experience, strong relational database skills, and familiarity with CI/CD tools. This position is located in Greater London and emphasizes teamwork and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience of Java Development.
• Experience with Java libraries including Spring Framework.
• Familiar with CI/CD practices.
• Good SQL / ORM knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design Java solutions for modernizing legacy applications.
• Write well-designed, testable code.
• Deliver solutions in a fast-paced project lifecycle.
• Coach team members in technical activities.

Skills

Java Development

Problem Solving

Test-Driven Development

SQL / ORM / Relational Databases

CI/CD

Tools

Git

Maven

Gradle

Docker

Jenkins

Jira

Job description

A leading technology company is seeking an experienced Application Architect who will serve as a technical leader in transforming business and solving complex problems using Java. This role involves designing solutions for modernizing legacy applications and developing with Java libraries, as well as delivering results in a dynamic project environment. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of Java development experience, strong relational database skills, and familiarity with CI/CD tools. This position is located in Greater London and emphasizes teamwork and technical excellence.