Associate Technical Architect – Java & Cloud Solutions

Mogi I/O : OTT/Podcast/Short Video Apps for you; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an Associate Technical Architect – Java to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and microservices deployed on AWS. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java and cloud-native systems, with 8-15 years of experience. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-performing and secure applications. This role offers a competitive salary with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in a technical role, preferably as an architect.
• Strong proficiency in Java, microservices, and cloud-native systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain microservices-based applications.
• Manage AWS services and optimize RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with teams to translate requirements into solutions.

Skills

Java (v11, v17, v21)

Microservices architecture using Spring Boot

CI/CD tools (Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitHub, Spinnaker)

NoSQL (DynamoDB)

Relational databases

Excellent communication skills

Tools

AWS services (DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM, EKS)

Docker

Kafka

Datadog

Job description

Associate Technical Architect – Java & Cloud Solutions

Location: USA – LA, NY, Orlando, Santa Monica, Seattle, SFO, NJ

Work Type: Full-Time / Onsite Hybrid

Experience Required: 8 – 15 Years

Compensation: USD 130,000 – 145,000 (based on experience and skill depth)

Job Overview: A leading technology consulting and solutions organization is seeking an Associate Technical Architect – Java to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and microservices deployed on AWS environments. This role requires deep hands‑on expertise in modern Java, microservices architecture, cloud‑native systems, and CI/CD automation. The ideal candidate will work closely with multiple stakeholders to ensure delivery of high‑performing, secure, and reliable applications while adhering to enterprise architecture guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain microservices‑based backend applications using Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Develop and manage AWS services including DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM, and EKS clusters.
• Create and optimize RESTful APIs ensuring scalability, reusability, and security across applications.
• Ensure scalability, responsiveness, and reliability of backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate technical requirements into solution architectures.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitHub, and Spinnaker for continuous deployment.
• Apply coding standards, architectural patterns, and design best practices for maintainability.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in backend frameworks, programming languages, and AWS services.

Must-Have Requirements

• Strong proficiency in Java (v11, v17, v21) with understanding of modern features and performance optimization.
• Solid experience with microservices architecture using Spring Boot and Spring Framework.
• Familiarity with design and architectural patterns for scalable distributed applications.
• Experience with AWS services (DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM, EKS).
• Hands‑on experience with CI/CD tools such as Kubernetes, Jenkins, GitHub, and Spinnaker.
• Strong understanding of both NoSQL (DynamoDB) and relational databases.
• Working knowledge of Scala programming language.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Experience with Docker, Kafka, and Datadog for monitoring and container orchestration.
• Proven ability to deploy applications on AWS using EKS and other DevOps tools.
• Exposure to microservices scaling and performance tuning in production environments.