Principal Architect – Java Microservices & API Management

Veriipro; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Veriipro in Bothell, WA seeks a Principal Technology Architect / Senior Java Developer with 10+ years in Java, Microservices, API development, and automation. The role focuses on designing scalable backend services using Spring Boot and Kafka, and leading client-facing delivery teams.

You will build RESTful APIs, drive automation frameworks, and mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality, on-time project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Java development experience.
• Strong background in Microservices architecture.
• Hands-on Spring Boot development.
• Proficient in RESTful API design and development.
• Experience with Kafka and event-driven systems.
• Experience building automation testing frameworks.
• Proficient with Selenium, TestNG, REST Assured.
• Experience in UI/API/backend automation tooling.
• Strong software development and testing discipline.
• Excellent client-facing communication and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring teams and delivering projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Java backend applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and event-driven services using Kafka.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing.
• Create automated test scripts using Selenium, TestNG, and REST Assured.
• Ensure application quality through automated testing, code reviews, and quality engineering practices.
• Participate in architecture discussions and provide technical guidance to development and QA teams.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver project solutions.
• Lead project deliverables and ensure timely, high-quality execution.
• Manage and mentor team members while coordinating technical activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and ensure adherence to development and quality standards.

Skills

Java backend

Microservices

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Kafka

Automation testing

Selenium

TestNG

REST Assured

Automation frameworks

Team leadership

Job description

We are seeking a Principal Technology Architect / Senior Java Developer with 10+ years of experience in Java, Microservices, API development, and automation. The ideal candidate will have strong hands‑on experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, Kafka, and automated testing frameworks, along with the ability to lead project delivery, manage teams, and communicate effectively with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Java backend applications using Spring Boot and Microservices architecture.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs and event‑driven services using Kafka.
• Develop and maintain automation frameworks for UI, API, and backend testing.
• Create automated test scripts using Selenium, TestNG, and REST Assured.
• Ensure application quality through automated testing, code reviews, and quality engineering practices.
• Participate in architecture discussions and provide technical guidance to development and QA teams.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver project solutions.
• Lead project deliverables and ensure timely, high-quality execution.
• Manage and mentor team members while coordinating technical activities.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and ensure adherence to development and quality standards.

Required Skills

• 10+ years of experience in Java development.
• Strong experience with Microservices architecture.
• Hands‑on experience with Spring Boot.
• Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs and API development.
• Experience with Kafka and event‑driven architecture.
• Strong automation experience.
• Experience with Selenium, TestNG, and REST Assured.
• Experience developing UI, API, and backend automation frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software development and testing practices.
• Excellent communication and client‑facing skills.
• Experience with team management and project delivery.

Top 3 Responsibilities

1. Project Delivery: Own and execute project deliverables while ensuring quality and timely completion.
2. Team Management: Provide technical leadership, guidance, and coordination to the development/automation team.
3. Client Communication & Quality: Work closely with clients and stakeholders while maintaining high standards of technical and delivery quality.