Java Architect

Synechron; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Global offices and mobility

Paid leave and holidays

Healthcare and retirement plans

Training opportunities

Udemy for Business access

Diversity & Inclusion commitment

Job summary

Synechron is seeking a Java Architect to design, develop, and guide scalable enterprise apps using microservices and Java 17+. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product owners, and enterprise architects to define solutions and standards.

The role requires hands-on Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, Angular, and cloud experience, plus strong problem-solving and communication skills. Base salary for Cleveland-area roles ranges $125k–$135k per year.

Qualifications

• Proven software development experience in Java-based enterprise apps.
• Strong hands-on Java 17+, Spring Boot, microservices, RESTful APIs and WebFlux.
• Experience with distributed systems design and cloud platforms.
• Knowledge of DI, SOLID, patterns and clean architecture.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable apps using Java 17+ and Spring Boot.
• Evolve microservices architecture, service boundaries and deployment.
• Design microfrontend architectures for modular UIs.
• Provide hands-on technical leadership throughout SDLC.
• Develop reactive and non-blocking apps with Reactor and WebFlux.
• Design event-driven systems with Apache Kafka.
• Guide Angular frontend development and UI integration.
• Establish architecture principles, patterns, and best practices.
• Evaluate frameworks and tools for secure, scalable systems.
• Collaborate with DevOps on CI/CD, containers, and monitoring.

Skills

Java 17+

Spring Boot

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Reactive programming

Kafka

Angular

Cloud technologies

CI/CD

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

We are seeking an experienced Java Architect to design, develop, and guide the implementation of modern, scalable enterprise applications using microservices. The ideal candidate will be hands‑on with Java 17+, Spring Boot, reactive programming, Apache Kafka, Angular, and cloud technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering teams, product owners, and enterprise architects to define technical solutions, establish architectural standards, and deliver secure, high‑performing, and maintainable applications.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within Cleveland, OH/Pittsburgh, PA/Dallas, TX is $125k - $135k/year & benefits (see below).

The Role

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable applications using Java 17 or higher and Spring Boot.
• Define and evolve microservices architecture, including service boundaries, communication patterns, resilience, scalability, and deployment strategies.
• Design and implement microfrontend architecture for modern, modular, and independently deployable user interfaces.
• Provide hands‑on technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Develop reactive and non‑blocking applications using Reactive Programming, Project Reactor, and Spring WebFlux.
• Design event‑driven systems and asynchronous communication using Apache Kafka.
• Guide the development of responsive and modular web applications using Angular.
• Establish architecture principles, design patterns, coding standards, and best practices.
• Evaluate and recommend suitable frameworks, tools, and technologies.
• Ensure applications meet requirements for performance, availability, scalability, security, and maintainability.
• Design RESTful APIs and integrations with internal and external systems.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD, containerization, monitoring, and automated deployments.
• Mentor developers and provide guidance on modern Java, Spring, microservices, and frontend development practices.
• Produce and maintain architecture documentation, technical specifications, and solution diagrams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven software development experience, with significant experience in Java‑based enterprise applications.
• Strong hands‑on experience with Java 17+, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, Reactive programming and Spring WebFlux, Apache Kafka and Angular.
• Experience designing distributed, highly available, and fault‑tolerant systems.
• Strong knowledge of object‑oriented design, SOLID principles, design patterns, and clean architecture.
• Experience with microfrontend concepts, such as Independent frontend deployment, Module Federation or similar technologies, Shared components and libraries and Frontend application integration
• Proficiency in relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, contract testing, and automated quality checks.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
• Strong understanding of application security, authentication, authorization, and secure API design.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and stakeholder‑management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Spring Cloud, Service Discovery, API Gateway, and centralized configuration.
• Knowledge of cloud‑native development and twelve‑factor application principles.
• Familiarity with OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, and JWT.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Relevant cloud or Java certifications.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.