Java Modernization Solution Architect

TechPerm Incorporated; Woodlawn (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

TechPerm Incorporated seeks a Java Modernization Solution Architect to lead modernization of large-scale federal enterprise systems, ensuring uninterrupted service to millions of beneficiaries.

You will define roadmaps, design microservices, and guide DevSecOps practices across Cloud and on-prem environments, collaborating with security, cloud, and development teams to deliver scalable, compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of software development experience.
• 7+ years of Java enterprise architecture experience.
• 5+ years leading large-scale modernization initiatives.
• Experience supporting complex Federal enterprise environments.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IS or related field; Master's preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute modernization roadmaps for large-scale Java-based enterprise applications.
• Assess legacy monolithic systems and create migration strategies toward modern architectures.
• Design microservices-based solutions using cloud-native principles.
• Lead application re-platforming, refactoring, and decomposition initiatives.
• Establish enterprise architecture standards and modernization best practices.

Skills

Spring Framework

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Jakarta EE/J2EE

Hibernate/JPA

Event-Driven Design

DDD

RESTful APIs

Service Mesh

AWS

Docker

OpenShift

DevSecOps CI/CD

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

SonarQube

Nexus

Maven

Gradle

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

OpenShift

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

SonarQube

Nexus

Maven

Gradle

Job description

Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain Federal Public Trust Clearance

About the Opportunity

Join one of the largest Federal enterprises in the United States, supporting a mission that impacts the lives of millions of Americans every day. Since the establishment of the nation's social insurance framework under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, this organization has served as a cornerstone of economic security, helping retirees, individuals with disabilities, survivors, and vulnerable populations access critical benefits and services.

Position Summary

The Java Modernization Solution Architect will lead the architecture, modernization strategy, and technical direction for large-scale enterprise systems supporting one of the federal government's most critical citizen service platforms. The successful candidate will work with executive stakeholders, development teams, cloud engineers, and cybersecurity professionals to modernize legacy applications while maintaining uninterrupted service delivery to millions of beneficiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute modernization roadmaps for large-scale Java-based enterprise applications.
• Assess legacy monolithic systems and create migration strategies toward modern architectures.
• Design microservices-based solutions using cloud-native principles.
• Lead application re-platforming, refactoring, and decomposition initiatives.
• Establish enterprise architecture standards and modernization best practices.

Solution Design

• Design highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable enterprise solutions.
• Architect APIs and service integrations across federal applications and external partner systems.
• Develop modernization patterns for legacy COBOL, mainframe, and distributed applications.
• Ensure compliance with federal security, accessibility, and governance requirements.

AWS

Hybrid Cloud Environments

• Lead containerization initiatives using Kubernetes and Docker.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and cloud automation strategies.
• Drive adoption of DevSecOps practices across development organizations.

Technical Leadership

• Provide hands-on guidance to development teams.
• Review architecture, code quality, and design standards.
• Lead architecture review boards and technical governance activities.
• Mentor senior engineers and technical leads.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• 12+ years of software development experience.
• 7+ years of Java enterprise architecture experience.
• 5+ years leading large-scale modernization initiatives.
• Experience supporting complex Federal enterprise environments.

Technical Skills

• Spring Framework
• Spring Boot
• Spring Cloud
• Jakarta EE/J2EE
• Hibernate/JPA
• Event-Driven Design
• Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
• RESTful APIs
• Service Mesh Technologies
• AWS
• Docker
• OpenShift
• DevSecOps & CI/CD
• Jenkins
• GitHub Actions
• SonarQube
• Nexus
• Maven
• Gradle

Data Technologies

• Oracle Database
• SQL Server
• MongoDB
• Redis

Messaging & Integration

• IBM MQ
• Enterprise Service Bus (ESB)

Security & Compliance

• Zero Trust Architecture
• OAuth 2.0
• OpenID Connect
• SAML
• Federal Security Frameworks
• NIST 800-53
• FISMA Compliance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal benefit delivery systems.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards (Section 508).
• SAFe Agile certification.
• Strategic technology vision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with executives and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Passion for public service and mission-driven technology.

Why This Mission Matters

This role provides a unique opportunity to modernize systems that directly support millions of Americans. The technology you architect will help ensure timely access to benefits and services relied upon by retirees, individuals with disabilities, surviving family members, and other citizens who depend upon the nation's social safety net.

You will help preserve and enhance a public service mission that has safeguarded economic dignity and security since the reforms introduced during the Roosevelt Administration while bringing the underlying technology platform into the future.