Java Architect - Manhattan, NY

Global Business Ser. 4u; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Business Ser. 4u is seeking a Java Architect to lead the design of enterprise-scale systems in a hybrid NYC setting. You will drive architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate with executives to align technology with business goals.

The role requires deep expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), with a focus on secure, scalable designs across on-prem and cloud integrations. Local NYC candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven 12+ years in software engineering and enterprise architecture.
• Expert in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices-based systems.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Deep understanding of networking, SQL/NoSQL databases, API design, and observability.
• Experience with compliance frameworks and secure architecture design.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and interact with executives.

Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end enterprise solutions across on-premises, off-premises, and cloud-native environments.
• Design and implement distributed systems with emphasis on latency, throughput, resilience, and scalability.
• Apply enterprise patterns, microservices, event-driven architecture, and DDD.
• Ensure security, privacy, and regulatory compliance (SOC2, HIPAA, GDPR).
• Establish and lead a Center of Excellence for architecture practices and tooling.
• Collaborate with Principal Architects and senior stakeholders on principles and reference models.
• Lead technology roadmaps, modernization programs, and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with executive leadership to align tech strategy with business goals.
• Provide architectural oversight and mentorship to engineering teams across domains.
• Conduct architecture reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Cloud platforms

Security & compliance

Job description

Java Architect

Location: NYC, Manhattan - Local Candidate Only

Job Type: 12-24 Month (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities

• Architect end-to-end enterprise solutions across on-premises, off-premises, and cloud-native environments.


• Design and implement distributed systems with a focus on low latency, high throughput, resilience, and scalability.


• Apply enterprise architecture patterns, microservices, event-driven architecture, and domain-driven design (DDD).


• Ensure systems are designed with security, compliance, and data privacy in mind (e.g., SOC2, HIPAA, GDPR).


• Establish and lead a Center of Excellence (CoE) for architecture, driving standardization of practices, tools, and frameworks.


• Collaborate with Principal Architects and senior stakeholders to define and enforce architecture principles, guidelines, and reference models.


• Lead the development of technology roadmaps, strategic initiatives, and modernization programs.


• Partner with executive leadership to align technology strategy with business goals.


• Provide architectural oversight and mentorship to engineering teams across multiple domains.


• Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and performance evaluations.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in software engineering and enterprise architecture.


• Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices-based systems.


• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud/on-prem integration.


• Deep understanding of networking, databases (SQL/NoSQL), API design, and system observability.


• Proven experience with compliance frameworks and secure architecture design.


• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at the executive level.