Lead Solution Architect – Cloud-Native Java & API Platform

Pearson; Concord (NH); Remote; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Solution Architect to shape the architecture behind OnVUE online proctored testing, guiding multiple engineering teams as they modernize secure, scalable assessment delivery. You will translate business needs into practical architecture, lead discovery to implementation, and drive API-first integration, cloud-native delivery, and resilient operations.

This role combines deep Java and cloud-native expertise with influence across teams and strong communication

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in software engineering or solution architecture.
• Strong Java enterprise architecture experience with Spring and Spring Boot.
• Experience with front-end and back-end tech (Angular).
• Cloud-native delivery with Kubernetes and containers.
• Proven ability to guide multiple teams without formal authority.

Responsibilities

• Own solution architecture from discovery through production adoption.
• Translate requirements into secure, scalable, maintainable designs.
• Set tech direction across squads and maintain consistency.
• Guide teams through implementation while preserving architectural intent.
• Evaluate trade-offs in scalability, resilience, security and value.
• Resolve complex integration and build issues; escalate as needed.
• Mentor engineers and communicate recommendations clearly.

Skills

Java enterprise architecture

Spring

Spring Boot

Angular

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

API and integration

Technical leadership

Communication & mentoring

Tools

Azure

AWS

Docker

Job description

Pearson is seeking a Lead Specialist, Solution Architect to shape the architecture behind OnVUE online proctored testing, guiding multiple engineering teams as they modernize secure, scalable assessment delivery. You will translate business needs into practical architecture, lead discovery to implementation, and drive API-first integration, cloud-native delivery, and resilient operations.

This role combines deep Java and cloud-native expertise with influence across teams and strong communication