Lead Cloud-Native App Modernization Architect

Master Care; Warszawa; On-site; PLN 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Element is seeking an Application Modernization Architect (Java/.NET) in Warsaw to lead cloud-native modernization efforts for major clients. You will steer end-to-end architecture across applications, data, and cloud platforms, ensuring scalable, secure, and cost-effective designs.

The role requires deep expertise in microservices, containers, and 12-factor app principles, with experience guiding Solution Architects and engaging clients on strategic modernization roadmaps.

Qualifications

• End-to-end experience in cloud-native app design and modernization.
• Led large modernization and cloud-native architecture programs (≥2).
• Strong knowledge of microservices, containers, and 12-factor principles.
• Experience with monitoring tools such as New Relic and Splunk.
• Professional Architect Certification in any cloud is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TCO/ROI studies to justify modernization value.
• Define cloud adoption strategies mapping business requirements to IT capabilities.
• Lead architecture direction to solution architects for IT delivery.
• Engage with clients to design applications across Applications, Data, Cloud, and Security domains.
• Design migration and modernization strategies for cloud-based architectures with APIs and microservices.

Skills

Cloud native

Microservices

Containers

12-factor

New Relic

Splunk

Solution architecture

Education

Professional Architect Certification in any cloud (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud)

Job description

Element is seeking an Application Modernization Architect (Java/.NET) in Warsaw to lead cloud-native modernization efforts for major clients. You will steer end-to-end architecture across applications, data, and cloud platforms, ensuring scalable, secure, and cost-effective designs.

The role requires deep expertise in microservices, containers, and 12-factor app principles, with experience guiding Solution Architects and engaging clients on strategic modernization roadmaps.