Java AWS Architect - FinTech Payments & Modernization

Ports North; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 75,768 - 103,320; Full time

Job summary

Ports North is seeking a Java AWS Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves defining architecture for debit and payments services, leading technical ownership, and driving modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Java and AWS, as well as understanding of high-volume transaction platforms. A Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience are required. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve target-state architecture for debit and payments services.
• Lead domain-level technical ownership across multiple services.
• Drive modernization initiatives with clear risk management plans.
• Establish and enforce API governance and engineering standards.
• Improve reliability through service level indicators and planning.
• Build observability practices for synchronous and asynchronous workflows.
• Partner with security and compliance stakeholders for secure practices.
• Standardize event streaming and messaging practices.
• Mentor and coach senior engineers.

Skills

Java

AWS

Kafka

AI for development

Supporting debit/payments platforms

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Ports North is seeking a Java AWS Engineer for a contract-to-hire opportunity in Columbus, Ohio. This role involves defining architecture for debit and payments services, leading technical ownership, and driving modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have experience with Java and AWS, as well as understanding of high-volume transaction platforms. A Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience are required. Competitive compensation is offered.