Lead Java Developer

VLink Inc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

VLink Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Software Architect to lead the technical solution for proofs of concept, prototypes and end products.

You will team with client stakeholders, fintechs and vendors to design innovative prototypes and ensure delivery meets business needs. You will drive architectural decisions, guide cross-functional teams, and advocate for customer-centric solutions while leveraging modern Java, Spring Boot, Angular and cloud technologies.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in architecture, design and development of end-to-end Java full stack applications using Java 11/17, Spring Boot, Angular 8+ and RESTful/SOAP services.
• Experience with modern Agile methodologies and microservices architecture.
• Strong understanding of relational and NoSQL databases and data analytics concepts.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and cloud-native solutions is a plus.
• Proven ability to lead design sessions and translate business needs into technical architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical solution for the team’s proofs of concept, prototypes, and final products.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, fintechs, partners, and academia to design innovative prototypes.
• Act as liaison between business and technical teams to ensure delivery meets business needs.
• Translate early concepts into working software through design thinking and rapid prototyping.
• Guide cross-functional teams in multi-platform, web-based application system design.
• Define components, platforms, interfaces, and development tools; oversee mapping activities.

Skills

Java full stack

Spring Boot

Angular 8+

MongoDB

REST/SOAP

Tools

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP)

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent

Duration: Full-time

About:

VLink, founded in 2006, is a leading global provider of software engineering services with next-gen technologies and best-in-class talent. Our Headquarters are in the U.S, and we have offices in 7+ countries from North America-Europe to APAC, with expansion plans in the Middle East. With over 1,000 employees working globally, VLink has helped SMBs, and large enterprises achieve their business goals, and gained the trust of Fortune-250 companies. VLink is 'Great Place to Work Certified' and has been a consistent winner as- Best Places to Work in CT. Trust, collaboration, and accountability are the three elements that are at the core of VLink's work culture. We value our professionals, providing comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for growth.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

• Lead the technical solution for the team's proofs of concept, prototypes and eventual end products or solutions.
• Team up with client stakeholders, third party partners, fintechs, software vendors, and academia to design and build innovative prototypes and solutions that tackle real time issues and advance the core of how we do business.
• Interact with Business sponsors and act as a liaison between business and technical teams in order to ensure the technical delivery meet the business needs.
• Regularly take abstract, early stage product or solution concepts, and build them with technology.
• Work along a strong design thinking team, and be an expert in using technology to advocate for the customer.
• Facilitate software ideation and design sessions to rapidly identify solutions, align stakeholders and drive timely and achievable results.
• Leads in the overall design of cross functional, multi platform, and Web based application systems; oversees all application system processes.
• Develops application architecture and blueprints aimed at reflecting enterprise business logic.
• Defines application components, platforms, interfaces, and development tools. Directs mapping activities on specific technology platforms.
• Provides technical guidance to application development teams. Consults on integration and conversion activities.
• Conducts reviews, and analyses organizational needs and goals to develop and implement applications.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• 12+ years of experience in architecture, design and development of end of end java full stack applications with Java 11, 17, API Development with Springboot, Angular 8+, MongoDB, Restful/SOAP web services and Web based application
• Nice to have cloud based infrastructure and architecture solutions, including Microsoft Azure / Amazon Web Services / Google Cloud Platform
• Expertise with modern, Agile based application development methodologies and emerging technologies like microservices, API management, web scale architectures, DevOps engineering, container based delivery, cloud automation, continuous integration (CI), and CD.
• Proven success facilitating software design and ideation sessions
• Demonstrated understanding of relational and NoSQL database models, and "big data" analysis tools and techniques

Benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
• Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Wellness and Well being programs

Employment Practices:

VLink is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This job application process may use AI-powered tools to assist in screening and evaluating applications based on objective, job-related qualifications. AI is used solely to support the recruitment process and all final hiring decisions are made exclusively by our human recruitment team.

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