Java Architect

Weekday AI (YC W21); Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI is seeking an experienced Java Architect in Chennai to design and oversee scalable, robust Java-based enterprise applications. You will lead development teams, define architecture, and ensure coding best practices while aligning solutions with business goals.

Responsibilities include defining architectures, mentoring engineers, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving high-quality software delivery with modern design patterns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT/CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven Java 8+ and enterprise architecture experience.
• Experience with Servlet/JSP and JUnit.
• XML processing and Ant build tools experience.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define scalable, secure application architectures.
• Choose technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Lead and mentor development teams for technical excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce standards.
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize performance.
• Promote modern design patterns and best practices.
• Ensure high-quality, reliable software delivery.

Skills

Java 8+

Servlet

JSP

JUnit

XML processing

Architecture design

Performance optimization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Apache Ant

Job description

Job Description

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients

Salary range: Rs 4000000 - Rs 5000000 (ie INR 40 - 50 LPA)

Min Experience: 10+ years

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

JobType: full-time

We are looking for an experienced Java Architect to design and oversee scalable, robust Java-based enterprise applications. This role involves leading development teams, defining architecture, ensuring coding best practices, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Define scalable, secure, and maintainable application architectures
• Select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools
• Lead and mentor development teams to ensure technical excellence
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards
• Troubleshoot production issues and optimize performance
• Drive adoption of modern design patterns and best practices
• Ensure high-quality, reliable software delivery

Required Skills

• Strong experience in Java 8 and above
• Hands-on experience with Servlet and JSP
• Experience in writing unit tests using JUnit
• Knowledge of XML processing
• Experience with build tools like ANT
• Strong understanding of enterprise application architecture
• Experience in performance optimization and troubleshooting
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Insurance domain
• Exposure to modern frameworks and architectural patterns

Eligibility / Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.

Other Details

Notice Period: Immediate to 30 days

Must-have skills

• Java 8, servelet, architecture

Good-to-have skills

• xml, Apache Ant, Junit