Senior - Solution Architecture Lead (Java, Backend)

Morgan McKinley; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hook is seeking a seasoned Java Architect to design large scale backend systems for a FinTech pioneer. This in-house role bridges business logic with high-performance architectures and end-to-end blueprints.

You will lead design evolution, optimize internal frameworks, mentor a small team, and steward deployment environments, including server provisioning and patching, to ensure smooth delivery pipelines for development squads.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related.
• 6+ years backend development in Java with architectural experience.
• Experience with Kubernetes and container services.
• Strong English and Cantonese communication.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into scalable backend designs and blueprints.
• Evolve internal software frameworks and promote best practices.
• Mentor team members or act as Technical Manager for 3-4 people.
• Oversee environment provisioning and delivery pipelines.

Skills

Java

English communication

Cantonese communication

Architectural mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Spring Framework

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure

PostgreSQL

AI tools adoption

Job description

The Hook

Are you a Java Architect who loves designing large scale backend systems?

A large FinTech pioneer is expanding their core architecture team. This is an in-house role where you will bridge the gap between business logic and high-performance backend systems.

What You'll Do (The Impact):

• System Design & Evolution: Translate complex business requirements into scalable, high-quality backend architectural designs and end-to-end technical blueprints.
• Framework Optimization: Drive the evolution of internal software frameworks, promoting engineering best practices and integration standards across multiple project teams.
• Tech Mentorship: Either start as an individual contributor or a Technical Manager for 3-4 people while fostering a culture of continuous improvement (including the smart adoption of modern AI development tools).
• Environment Stewardship: Oversee server provisioning, configuration, and environment patching (Physical/VM) to ensure smooth delivery pipelines for dev teams.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• The Experience: 6+ years in backend development using Java, best preferred Spring Framework. Demonstrate strong architecture mindset with system revamps or infrastructure modernization track record.
• Experience in Kubernetes (k8s) and container services, preferrable in AWS/ Azure
• Strong in RDMS e.g. PostgreSQL (Great if the candidate has experience in migrating Oracle DB to RDMS)
• Hands-on experience AI tools adoption or facilitate AI-enabled SDLC. Experience with AI coding assistants, enterprise AI platforms, LLM and RAG is a plus
• The Soft Skills: Strong communication skills in English and Cantonese to effectively align with diverse project stakeholders. Self-motivated and fast-paced.