Java Architect

Compunnel, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company is seeking a skilled Java Architect to design and develop robust backend applications. The role requires deep expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot, and microservices architecture, alongside collaboration with front-end and DevOps teams. Ideal candidates should have a solid understanding of database systems and cloud-native development. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java 17+, including frameworks and libraries.
• Hands-on experience with Spring Boot 3.3.x and JPA for scalable backend services.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend applications using Java 17+ and frameworks.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with front-end teams to support seamless API integration.

Skills

Java 17+

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

API Development

Containerization

Collaboration

Tools

Docker

Git

JPA

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Java Architect to design and develop robust, scalable, and high-performance backend applications.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Java 17+, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and cloud-native development.

This role involves close collaboration with front-end teams, DevOps, and stakeholders to deliver enterprise-grade solutions with seamless integration and optimized performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend applications using Java 17+ and modern frameworks.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot 3.3.x.
• Implement data persistence and complex queries using JPA with relational or NoSQL databases.
• Containerize backend services using Docker for deployment in cloud-native environments.
• Collaborate with front-end teams to support seamless API integration and full-stack functionality.
• Support front-end integration with exposure to Angular 17+.
• Participate in CI/CD pipelines and version control using Git.
• Provide architectural guidance and mentorship to development teams.

Required Qualifications

• Java Expertise: Strong proficiency in Java 17+, including core concepts, frameworks, and libraries.
• Spring Boot & JPA: Hands-on experience with Spring Boot 3.3.x and JPA for scalable backend services.
• Front-End Collaboration: Experience with Angular 17+ and understanding of front-end integration.
• Database Knowledge: Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) or NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Containerization & DevOps: Experience with Docker, Git, and CI/CD tools (e.g., GitHub Actions).
• Architecture & Design: Solid understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.
• API Development: Proven experience in building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Testing & Debugging: Proficiency in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging Java applications.
• Cloud Exposure: Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.