Java Architect

Wall Street Consulting Services LLC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wall Street Consulting Services LLC is seeking a hands-on Java Expert in Jersey City, NJ. This role requires deep expertise in Java 17+, Microservices, and Cloud-native architectures. Responsibilities include defining end-to-end architecture, designing scalable systems, and mentoring developers. The ideal candidate will possess 10-15 years of software engineering experience and 3-5 years in an architect role. Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud is essential, alongside a commitment to technical governance and best practices.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years in software engineering.
• 3-5+ years as Architect / Lead Architect.

Responsibilities

• Define end-to-end architecture for enterprise applications using Java 17+.
• Design scalable microservices-based systems.
• Write and review production-grade code using Spring Boot and Spring Cloud.
• Implement REST APIs.

Skills

Java 17+

Microservices

Cloud-native architectures

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on Java Expert with deep expertise in Java 17+, Microservices, and Cloud‑native architectures. This role requires a strong blend of technical leadership, system design, and hands‑on coding, along with the ability to drive scalable, resilient enterprise solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define end‑to‑end architecture for enterprise applications using Java 17+
• Design scalable microservices‑based systems
• Create high‑level and low‑level design (HLD/LLD) documents
• Ensure alignment with business goals and technology strategy

Hands‑on Development

• Write and review production‑grade code using Spring Boot and Spring Cloud
• Implement REST APIs
• Contribute to critical modules and performance optimization
• Architect and deploy solutions with high availability, scalability, and observability

Microservices & Integration

• Design API Gateway patterns
• Work on distributed systems and eventual consistency

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Mentor developers and technical leads
• Collaborate with product owners, business stakeholders, and delivery teams
• Drive technical governance and best practices

Required Skills

Core Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in Java 17+ features: Records, Sealed Classes, Streams, Functional Programming
• Deep knowledge of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud

Experience

• 10‑15+ years in software engineering
• 3‑5+ years as Architect / Lead Architect