Lead Java Microservices Architect

Publicis Sapient; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Learning opportunities

Competitive compensation

Work-life balance

Health benefits

Paid leave

Wellness program

Job summary

Publicis Sapient in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking an Enterprise Java Architect to design and implement Java-based microservices for complex client solutions. You will lead development, establish API design, security, and observability, and drive cloud-native architecture across teams.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical outcomes, mentor engineers, and stay ahead of trends in Java, microservices, and cloud computing.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Java development, with a strong focus on microservices architecture.
• Proven expertise in Spring Boot, Spring Cloud, and other Java-based frameworks for building microservices.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, event-driven architectures, and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps best practices.
• Proficiency using AI pair-programmers and engineering assistants (GitHub Copilot and Claude Code) to optimize workflow efficiency and accelerate problem-solving
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Java-based microservices architectures that are scalable, resilient, and high-performing.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure best practices in microservices development, including API design, security, and observability.
• Optimize system performance and ensure seamless integration with cloud-native technologies.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends in Java, microservices, and cloud computing to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Java Microservices

Spring Boot

Spring Cloud

Cloud Platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

CI/CD

AI Pair Programmers

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Claude Code

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Prometheus

Grafana

Jaeger

Job description

Publicis Sapient in Arlington, Virginia, is seeking an Enterprise Java Architect to design and implement Java-based microservices for complex client solutions. You will lead development, establish API design, security, and observability, and drive cloud-native architecture across teams.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical outcomes, mentor engineers, and stay ahead of trends in Java, microservices, and cloud computing.